Our verdict
The best time to visit Bolivia is May-June
The very hottest temperatures in La Paz, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Bolivia, tend to reach around 14℃ (58℉) in the height of summer. The weather at night in the winter, which is around July-time, can get down to a minimum of -1℃ (31℉) in La Paz. Other destinations in Bolivia can sometimes get even colder than this, so if you’re planning on visiting a few different places, make sure you check out the climate comparison table below.
The days are longest in Bolivia in November, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. The wet season in Bolivia falls around January, so if you prefer the dryer weather, you should look to visit in June instead.
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Bolivia seasons
Before you plan your trip, it’s important to know when the seasons are as they may be different to yours depending on where you’re travelling from. Bolivia is in the Southern hemisphere, so the seasons fall on:
Season | Months |
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Summer | December to February |
Autumn/fall | March to May |
Winter | June to August |
Spring | September to November |
Best time to visit the top destinations in Bolivia
We’ve put together a breakdown of the average minimum and maximum temperatures by month, as well as the best times to visit for each. To learn more about these destinations including detailed climate breakdowns and much more, click or tap the city/destination name below.
City | Best time to visit | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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La Paz | May-June | ↑↓ | 11℃5℃ | 12℃5℃ | 12℃5℃ | 12℃4℃ | 12℃2℃ | 11℃0℃ | 11℃0℃ | 11℃1℃ | 12℃3℃ | 13℃5℃ | 13℃6℃ | 12℃6℃ |
Top FAQs
Check out these guides for the top must-see destinations in Bolivia: