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La Paz in May
La Paz weather in May - Bolivia
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La Paz Weather in May

Plan your May trip to La Paz, Bolivia. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 15°C (high) to 3°C (low), with 20% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Pack rain gear for around 12 rainy days.

Avg High
15°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low
3°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days
12days

20% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Spring season

La Paz May Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C26%
Day 2
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C30%
Day 3
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C30%
Day 4
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C32%
Day 5
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C31%
Day 6
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C32%
Day 7
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C27%
Day 8
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C24%
Day 9
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C22%
Day 10
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C23%
Day 11
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C24%
Day 12
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C26%
Day 13
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C27%
Day 14
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C27%
Day 15
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C26%
Day 16
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C26%
Day 17
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C24%
Day 18
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C20%
Day 19
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C17%
Day 20
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
16°C13%
Day 21
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
16°C11%
Day 22
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
16°C11%
Day 23
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
16°C13%
Day 24
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
16°C13%
Day 25
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C12%
Day 26
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C12%
Day 27
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C11%
Day 28
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C9%
Day 29
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C9%
Day 30
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C10%
Day 31
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C9%

Essential Travel Info for La Paz

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Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.989

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Remote
10/ 100
Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

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Peak

Jan

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

25
Jan
22
Feb
22
Mar
19
Apr
20
May
8
Jun
2
Jul
16
Aug
16
Sep
16
Oct
16
Nov
16
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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 May a Good Time to Visit La Paz?

👍Very good conditions overall
Short Answer

May is excellent for visiting La Paz: comfortable 15°C temperatures, only 20% rain risk, and 10.4h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

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

High altitude destination

3627m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

10.4h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

80% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
    Families with children

    Comfortable 15.3°C temperatures and low 20% rain risk

  • 🥾
    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 15.3°C, 20% rain chance

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

  • 💑
    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 81/100 with romantic weather conditions

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,La Paz in May averages 15°C with 20% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: La Paz in May

What are the temperatures in La Paz in May?

Daytime highs average 15°C, nights drop to 3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in La Paz in May?

Expect around 12 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in La Paz in May?

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

Is May peak season in La Paz?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.