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La Paz, Bolivia · Temperate

La Paz in November: go or not?

Mixed period. La Paz in November: 4.5/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 16.50°S · 68.15°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
La Paz · November
4.5
5–18°
Temperature
42%
Rain
6h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Sander Lenaerts via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in November

Autumn marks the end of peak season in La Paz. Temperatures drop (18.0°F) and rain returns (42.0% of days). Expect rain on 42.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

November ranks 6 out of 12 months in La Paz. Compared to October: +2°F daytime, −1.0h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in November

UV index
10 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
dry air
Daylight
12.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is November the right month?

The best month in La Paz is July (7.5/10), 3.0 pts higher than November.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

La Paz is the (administrative) capital of Bolivia: 12,000 ft altitude, the airport (El Alto) is at 13,600 ft, the world's highest. The altitude hits immediately : shortness of breath, headache, disturbed sleep.

Read Gilles' full review →

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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.

Country · Bolivia

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyBoliviano (Bs)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Very cheap · 1/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend Stable
🔥Hottest monthNovember · 64°F
❄️Coolest monthMarch · 57°F
🌧️Rainiest month February · 69%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
Indoor sights Year-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is La Paz ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Bolivia
Temperate climate with a 7.5 → 1.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
16.50°S · 68.15°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit La Paz?
August is the best month with 61°F highs, 34°F lows, 8.1h of sunshine and 11.0% rainy days. The months of August & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does La Paz get in August?
La Paz averages 8.1 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in La Paz?
March is the most unfavourable month with March has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in La Paz in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 34°F, while afternoon highs average 61°F.
Is La Paz good in winter?
In winter (December-February), La Paz scores 3.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.1/10.
When should you avoid La Paz?
March is the most difficult month to visit La Paz, with March has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in La Paz in November?
The average UV index reaches 10 in November in La Paz (very high), with about 12.8h of daylight. Protection essential.