Weather in January in Bolivia
Are you planning a trip a to Bolivia in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Bolivia in January?
In January, Bolivia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Comunidad Yumani at 14°C to very warm in Santa Cruz de la Sierra at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Santa Cruz de la Sierra and 7°C in Comunidad Yumani. On average, January is the month with the highest temperature of the year in Bolivia.For specific regional insights in Bolivia, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Salar de Uyuni with an average of 91 mm to heavy rainfall in Villa Tunari with 580 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in La Paz.Average sunshine
The city La Paz usually sees around 186 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Bolivia climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Bolivia?
La Paz
In January La Paz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Sucre
In January Sucre generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Cochabamba
In January Cochabamba generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°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 January Copacabana generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tarija
In January Tarija generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Bolivia?
In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Bolivia with often unpleasant weather in La Paz.
On average, the best time to visit Bolivia is in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November with generally tolerable weather in La Paz.
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