Salar de Uyuni Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Salar de Uyuni, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in December to a moderate 12°C (54°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 5°C (41°F) in December to -5°C (23°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Salar de Uyuni typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 272 mm (11 in). The seasons in Salar de Uyuni bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 91 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1 mm (0.04 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Salar de Uyuni Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation