Weather in December in Bolivia
Planning a trip to Bolivia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Bolivia in December?
Bolivia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In December, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Comunidad Yumani at 14°C to very warm in San José de Chiquitos at 33°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in San José de Chiquitos and 8°C in Comunidad Yumani. On average, December is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Bolivia.For a closer look at conditions across Bolivia, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Salar de Uyuni with an average of 38 mm to heavy rainfall in Villa Tunari with 548 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 186 hours of sunlight anticipated in La Paz. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Bolivia climate page.
Where to go in Bolivia in December
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Bolivia?
La Paz
In December La Paz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Sucre
In December Sucre generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Cochabamba
In December Cochabamba generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Copacabana
In December Copacabana generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tarija
In December Tarija generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Bolivia.
Is December the best time to visit Bolivia?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in La Paz, December may not be the ideal time to visit Bolivia.
Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide tolerable weather in La Paz.
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