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

Across the seasons, sunshine hours in La Paz vary. From a high of 334 hours in June, to a low of 210 hours in December, the city offers a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days. The total annual sunshine amounts to 3291 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

This means you can enjoy sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 11.1 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.0 hours of sun despite this cloudier / rainier time of the year.

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

La Paz enjoys an average of 3291 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, experiences 2470 hours of sunshine annually, adding to its charm as a year-round tourist destination.

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

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 2770 hours of sunshine annually, with long, sunny summers.

Other climate information

September, La Paz’s wettest month, receives 37 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 28°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.