City, Bolivia
Potosí weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Potosí
Apr–Oct is dry with sunny days, but nights are below freezing in Jun–Aug. Dec–Mar is the rainy season with hail, mud and some road delays.
Potosí weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°107 mm
- Feb15°99 mm
- Mar15°62 mm
- Apr15°22 mm
- May14°4 mm
- Jun13°14 mm
- Jul13°4 mm
- Aug15°4 mm
- Sep16°12 mm
- Oct17°36 mm
- Nov18°35 mm
- Dec17°89 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C60°F | 2°C36°F | 107 mm | 71% | Cool |
| February | 15°C59°F | 2°C36°F | 99 mm | 75% | Cool |
| March | 15°C59°F | 2°C35°F | 62 mm | 73% | Cool |
| April | 15°C59°F | 0°C32°F | 22 mm | 67% | Cool |
| May | 14°C57°F | -3°C26°F | 4 mm | 52% | Cool |
| June | 13°C55°F | -4°C24°F | 14 mm | 45% | Cool |
| July | 13°C55°F | -5°C23°F | 4 mm | 42% | Cool |
| August | 15°C59°F | -4°C25°F | 4 mm | 42% | Cool |
| September | 16°C62°F | -2°C29°F | 12 mm | 48% | Cool |
| October | 17°C63°F | 0°C33°F | 36 mm | 55% | Cool |
| November | 18°C64°F | 2°C35°F | 35 mm | 58% | Cool |
| December | 17°C62°F | 3°C37°F | 89 mm | 65% | Cool |
Best months across Bolivia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| La Paz | May–Sep | Nov (16°C) |
| Uyuni | May–Oct | Dec (21°C) |
| Sucre | May–Sep | Nov (23°C) |
| Copacabana | May–Sep | Nov (15°C) |
| Santa Cruz | May–Sep | Oct (33°C) |
| Rurrenabaque | May–Sep | Sep (33°C) |
| Potosí | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Nov (18°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Potosí?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Oct is dry with sunny days, but nights are below freezing in Jun–Aug. Dec–Mar is the rainy season with hail, mud and some road delays.
When is the rainy season in Potosí?
Rain peaks in January with about 107 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Potosí?
November, with average highs of 18°C (64°F).
How cold does Potosí get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging -5°C (23°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.