La Paz weather in January (Bolivia)
Can you expect sunny skies in La Paz in January? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
The month of January in La Paz typically brings moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 15°C, cooling down at night to around 5°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.
Precipitation
La Paz in January usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 173 mm for the month. During this month, the rain comes down heavily. A poncho is essential for staying dry. On average, there are about 19 days with rain during this month.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 186 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit La Paz. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized La Paz climate page with graphs.
La Paz, monthly averages in January
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
173 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
66%
Sunshine
186 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Bolivia in January
Find out more about the weather in Bolivia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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