Average Monthly Sunshine in La Paz

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that La Paz receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

If you're visiting La Paz, timing is key. In July, you can enjoy up to 279 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of February provide just 141 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 2470 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

In La Paz, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 4.7 hours per day.

La Paz’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

La Paz enjoys an average of 2470 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Reykjavík, Iceland, receives only about 1330 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Oslo, Norway, receives approximately 1690 hours of sunshine annually.

Melbourne, Australia, has 2380 hours of sunshine annually, with its famous “four seasons in a day” weather pattern.

Other climate information

January, La Paz’s wettest month, receives 96 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 14°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our La Paz Precipitation page.