Climate Overview
The climate in La Paz is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 754mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 127mm of rainfall. La Paz is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: November, October, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
La Paz sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 16°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 10°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
La Paz is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 754mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 63mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 127mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 11mm. That's 116mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 23cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.
Wind
La Paz is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in La Paz, which began on September 23, 2026. La Paz is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in November at around 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -1°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 159mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 5 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 370mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 186mm for the season, averaging 62mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 15°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 40mm for the entire season. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for La Paz based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
