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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Tiwanaku.
Tiwanaku, La Paz Department, Bolivia, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 16°C (61°F), peaking in November at 18°C (64°F) and dipping in July to 15°C (59°F).
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1273 mm (50 in) annually. January is the wettest month. It has distinct dry (May to August) and wet (December to March) seasons. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.3 hours of sunshine per day.
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With minimal seasonal shifts, Tiwanaku experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C (64°F) in November to a moderate 15°C (59°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 6°C (43°F) in November to around 1°C (34°F) during the colder months.
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Tiwanaku has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1273 mm (50 in) of rain/snowfall per year. The climate in Tiwanaku shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 268 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Tiwanaku Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Tiwanaku serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in February, offering only 4.7 hours of daily sunlight.
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The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Tiwanaku.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 72%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 42%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May, June, July, August and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Tiwanaku. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Tiwanaku has distinct dry (May to August) and wet (December to March) seasons.
Daytime highs range from 15°C (59°F) in July to 18°C (64°F) in November. Nighttime lows range from 1°C (34°F) to 6°C (43°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
Annual rainfall is around 1273 mm (50 in). January is the wettest month with 268 mm (11 in), while June is the driest with 14 mm (0.6 in).
Tiwanaku receives around 2,469 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 279 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 141 hours. Overall, Tiwanaku enjoys abundant sunshine.
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