Climate Overview
The climate in Tiahuanaco is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1219mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 258mm of rainfall. Tiahuanaco 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 3°C. Light snow can occur between July and October.
Temperature
Tiahuanaco sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 17°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Tiahuanaco is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1219mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 258mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 8mm. That's 251mm 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 July and October, totalling around 9cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 1cm.
Wind
Tiahuanaco is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap 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 16km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Tiahuanaco, which began on March 20, 2026. Tiahuanaco 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 5 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 180mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 696mm across the season with a monthly average of 232mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 316mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 3 to 15°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 27mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/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 Tiahuanaco 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.