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La Paz Weather in August

In La Paz, August brings moderate daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to 0°C (32°F). Some snow/rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in La Paz in August

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 3 days of snow/rain, with 52 mm (2 in) average for the month. The rain this month typically falls in concentrated bursts rather than all-day showers. Expect a few heavier spells rather than constant grey skies.

Temperature in La Paz in August

August in La Paz sees highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights are well below freezing at 0°C (32°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation.

Sunshine in La Paz in August

The month enjoys around 248 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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La Paz Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 52 mm (2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 42%  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in La Paz typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are very cold, with lows around -2°C (28°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather for La Paz in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for La Paz spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

La Paz historical weather extremes in August

Our historical data for La Paz spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The warmest day in August was on August 26, 1985, with a maximum of 20°C (68°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was -12°C (10°F) (August 20, 2022).

Best Places in Bolivia in August

Find out more about the weather in Bolivia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Bolivia in August →

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in La Paz in August

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in August, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in La Paz in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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