La Paz weather in May (Bolivia)

Planning a trip to La Paz in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, La Paz typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 15°C, while nights can cool down to about 1°C.

La Paz in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 3 days.

With around 248 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized La Paz climate page with graphs.

 

La Paz, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 41 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 48%  
SunshineSunshine 248 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Bolivia in May

Find out more about the weather in Bolivia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in La Paz in May?

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 in May.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in La Paz.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Bolivia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Bolivia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.