Isla del Sol

La Paz Department Weather in October

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

Planning a journey to La Paz Department, Bolivia this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in La Paz Department in October

La Paz Department, Bolivia is a region in Bolivia. La Paz Department, Bolivia has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to warm and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Isla del Sol at 15°C (59°F) and warm in El Alto at 26°C (79°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in El Alto and 7°C (45°F) in Isla del Sol.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of La Paz Department, Bolivia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tiwanaku with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Chulumani with 181 mm (7.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. La Paz gets around 186 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in La Paz Department — and find the best time to visit. (based on La Paz)

Best Places to Visit in La Paz Department in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in La Paz Department, Bolivia?

Temperature range in La Paz Department (October)

Precipitation variation in La Paz Department (October)

La Paz

In October La Paz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
186 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Chulumani

In October Chulumani generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
186 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Isla del Sol

In October Isla del Sol generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Tiwanaku

In October Tiwanaku generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
186 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

El Alto

In October El Alto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
186 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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In our records: Bolivia October extremes

Notable October records observed across cities in Bolivia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest October day in Bolivia reached 42°C (108°F) in San José de Chiquitos on October 8, 2020.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
La Paz 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Chulumani 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Isla del Sol 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Tiwanaku 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
El Alto 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

La Paz Department weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

In October, La Paz Department, Bolivia generally has tolerable weather conditions. La Paz sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in La Paz peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in October, dropping to about 3°C (37°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. La Paz averages just 98 mm (3.9 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for La Paz Department, Bolivia.

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

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to La Paz Department, Bolivia. Typically, the climate in La Paz is tolerable.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide tolerable weather in La Paz.

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