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Santa Cruz de la Sierra Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Bolivia.

Monthly Temperature Averages

Santa Cruz de la Sierra enjoys a stable climate with temperatures staying pretty much the same throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in October to a warm 26°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 16°C in July.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Santa Cruz de la Sierra by month:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

October, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 89 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 7 days. For more information, please visit our Santa Cruz de la Sierra Precipitation page.

Annual Temperatures in Bolivia Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across Bolivia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Santa Cruz de la Sierra Temperatures Compared World Wide

Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s average annual maximum temperature is 30°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.

Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters than Amsterdam.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate

Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:

Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.

Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.

For more detailed information about Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Santa Cruz de la Sierra climate page.


Current temperature in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Sun   Dec 22
28°C | 22°C
S 5 m/s
22 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Mon   Dec 23
29°C | 22°C
S 4 m/s
25 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Tue   Dec 24
31°C | 22°C
NW 7 m/s
18 mm
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broken clouds and thunder

Interested in more climate information?

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