Climate Insights for Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Provincia Andrés Ibáñez, Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Hottest
October
32°C peak89°F peak
Coldest
June
17°C low62°F low
Wettest
January
166 mm rain6.5 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,073 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 166 mm of rainfall. Santa Cruz de la Sierra 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: October, November, September. The coldest months are June, July, May, when temperatures can drop to 17°C.The climate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 42.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 6.5 in of rainfall. Santa Cruz de la Sierra 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: October, November, September. The coldest months are June, July, May, when temperatures can drop to 62°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 27°Min: 23°FebMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 23°MarMax: 30°Average: 26°Min: 22°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 21°MayMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 18°JunMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 17°JulMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°AugMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 18°SepMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 21°OctMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 22°NovMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 22°DecMax: 31°Average: 26°Min: 23°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 80°FMin: 73°FFebMax: 87°FAverage: 79°FMin: 73°FMarMax: 87°FAverage: 78°FMin: 72°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 76°FMin: 70°FMayMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 64°FJunMax: 76°FAverage: 68°FMin: 62°FJulMax: 79°FAverage: 69°FMin: 62°FAugMax: 83°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FSepMax: 89°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FOctMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 72°FNovMax: 89°FAverage: 80°FMin: 72°FDecMax: 88°FAverage: 79°FMin: 73°F
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Santa Cruz de la Sierra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 32°C. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 20°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Santa Cruz de la Sierra sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 62°F to 89°F. The warmest month is October, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 62°F and an average of 68°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 166mmFebPrecipitation: 149mmMarPrecipitation: 108mmAprPrecipitation: 66mmMayPrecipitation: 66mmJunPrecipitation: 42mmJulPrecipitation: 28mmAugPrecipitation: 55mmSepPrecipitation: 38mmOctPrecipitation: 89mmNovPrecipitation: 105mmDecPrecipitation: 159mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 6.5inFebPrecipitation: 5.9inMarPrecipitation: 4.3inAprPrecipitation: 2.6inMayPrecipitation: 2.6inJunPrecipitation: 1.6inJulPrecipitation: 1.1inAugPrecipitation: 2.2inSepPrecipitation: 1.5inOctPrecipitation: 3.5inNovPrecipitation: 4.1inDecPrecipitation: 6.3in
Precipitation

Santa Cruz de la Sierra is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,073 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 89 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 166 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 28 mm. That's 138 mm less than January, 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.Santa Cruz de la Sierra is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 42.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 6.5 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.1 in. That's 5.4 in less than January, 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 15km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 15km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 9mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Santa Cruz de la Sierra is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 15km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Santa Cruz de la Sierra is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 9mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 8mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan27°80°F
Feb26°79°F
Mar26°78°F
Apr24°76°F
May21°70°F
Jun20°68°F
Jul21°69°F
Aug23°73°F
Sep26°78°F
Oct26°79°F
Nov26°80°F
Dec26°79°F

The best time to visit Santa Cruz de la Sierra is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 51 mm per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Santa Cruz de la Sierra is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, October can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Cruz de la Sierra 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. 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa Cruz de la Sierra based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C73 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
166 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C73 °F
31 °C87 °F
12 km/h8 mph
149 mm5.9 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
22 °C72 °F
30 °C87 °F
12 km/h7 mph
108 mm4.3 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
21 °C70 °F
29 °C84 °F
13 km/h8 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
18 °C64 °F
26 °C79 °F
14 km/h8 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
17 °C62 °F
25 °C76 °F
15 km/h9 mph
42 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
17 °C62 °F
26 °C79 °F
15 km/h9 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
18 °C65 °F
29 °C83 °F
15 km/h10 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
21 °C70 °F
31 °C89 °F
15 km/h9 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
22 °C72 °F
32 °C89 °F
15 km/h9 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C72 °F
32 °C89 °F
13 km/h8 mph
105 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
31 °C88 °F
13 km/h8 mph
159 mm6.3 in
0 cm0 in