What is the weather like in La Paz in January?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 15°C with 67% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in La Paz in January?

La Paz in January scores 60/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit La Paz in January?

January in La Paz is ideal for: Business travelers.

La Paz Weather in January | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

15°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 15

Rainy Days

31days

67% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

La Paz January Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Stormy

16°C68%

Day 2

Stormy

16°C71%

Day 3

Stormy

16°C73%

Day 4

Stormy

15°C73%

Day 5

Stormy

15°C70%

Day 6

Stormy

16°C71%

Day 7

Stormy

16°C70%

Day 8

Stormy

16°C69%

Day 9

Stormy

16°C68%

Day 10

Stormy

16°C71%

Day 11

Stormy

16°C70%

Day 12

Stormy

16°C65%

Day 13

Stormy

15°C63%

Day 14

Stormy

15°C62%

Day 15

Rainy

16°C59%

Day 16

Rainy

16°C59%

Day 17

Stormy

15°C64%

Day 18

Stormy

15°C63%

Day 19

Stormy

15°C64%

Day 20

Stormy

15°C66%

Day 21

Stormy

15°C69%

Day 22

Stormy

15°C67%

Day 23

Stormy

15°C71%

Day 24

Stormy

16°C69%

Day 25

Stormy

16°C67%

Day 26

Stormy

16°C64%

Day 27

Stormy

16°C65%

Day 28

Stormy

16°C64%

Day 29

Stormy

16°C67%

Day 30

Stormy

16°C68%

Day 31

Stormy

15°C68%

Essential Travel Info for La Paz

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Connect

Internet cafés are on each street corner...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.989

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Remote

10/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

Santa Cruz de la Sierra Viru Viru (VVI)

Cochabamba Jorge Wilsterman (CBB)

Lima Jorge Chávez (LIM)

Bogotá El Dorado (BOG)

Cobija Capitán Aníbal Arab (CIJ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

9 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

All travelers should take steps to prevent mosquito bites. Chikungunya vaccination is generally not recommended. Travelers who wish to consider vaccination can visit “What to consider before traveling” on thechikungunya vaccinespage to learn more.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Bolivia.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Bolivia. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Bolivia.

Malaria

CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Bolivia take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.Transmission areasAll areas <2,500 m (<8,200 ft) elevationNo malaria transmission in La Paz (administrative capital)Drug resistanceChloroquineSpeciesP. vivax(99%)P. falciparum(1%)Recommended chemoprophylaxisAtovaquone-proguanil, doxycycline, mefloquine, primaquine5, tafenoquine2Updated April 23, 2025See footnotes

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is January a Good Time to Visit La Paz?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(60/100)

Short Answer

Monsoon conditions shape La Paz's January: expect 67% daily rain chance. Mornings often clear before afternoon showers - early starts recommended.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

67% rain probability, 5.3mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Chagas disease (American Trypanosomiasis), Dengue

High altitude destination

3627m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

9.7h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
78% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
67% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
92% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,La Paz in January averages 15°C with 67% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: La Paz in January

What are the temperatures in La Paz in January?

Daytime highs average 15°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in La Paz in January?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in La Paz in January?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is January peak season in La Paz?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

La Paz Weather in January

La Paz January Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for La Paz

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Chikungunya

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Malaria

Measles

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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