Isla del Sol

La Paz Department Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in La Paz Department, Bolivia in March.

Thinking about venturing to La Paz Department, Bolivia this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in La Paz Department in March

La Paz Department, Bolivia is a region in Bolivia. La Paz Department, Bolivia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Isla del Sol at 14°C (57°F) to warm in El Alto at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in El Alto and 7°C (45°F) in Isla del Sol.

To explore the conditions in La Paz Department, Bolivia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in El Alto with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Chulumani with 237 mm (9.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In La Paz, you can expect around 155 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in La Paz Department in March

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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).

Popular Destinations in La Paz Department

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in La Paz Department, Bolivia?

Temperature range in La Paz Department (March)

Precipitation variation in La Paz Department (March)

La Paz

In March La Paz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
155 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Chulumani

In March Chulumani generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
155 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
308 mm (12 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Isla del Sol

In March Isla del Sol generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
258 mm (10 in)
202 mm (8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
14 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Tiwanaku

In March Tiwanaku generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
155 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
264 mm (10 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
7 days
Weather conditions

El Alto

In March El Alto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
155 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in La Paz Department in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Paz 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Chulumani 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Isla del Sol 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Tiwanaku 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
El Alto 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

La Paz Department weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in La Paz Department, Bolivia in March?

March in La Paz Department, Bolivia brings unpleasant weather. In La Paz, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in La Paz Department, Bolivia in March?

Average temperatures in La Paz Department, Bolivia during March range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in La Paz.

Does La Paz Department, Bolivia get a lot of rain in March?

La Paz typically receives notable rainfall in March, about 128 mm (5 in) on average across La Paz Department, Bolivia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit La Paz Department, Bolivia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in La Paz, March may not be the ideal time to visit La Paz Department, Bolivia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offering mostly tolerable weather in La Paz.

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