City, Bolivia
Santa Cruz weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Santa Cruz
May–Sep is drier and cooler, with occasional cold 'surazo' winds. Nov–Mar is hot, humid and rainy; Aug–Oct can bring smoke from fires.
Santa Cruz weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan31°169 mm
- Feb30°150 mm
- Mar30°115 mm
- Apr29°92 mm
- May27°85 mm
- Jun26°70 mm
- Jul27°38 mm
- Aug29°40 mm
- Sep32°48 mm
- Oct33°84 mm
- Nov33°112 mm
- Dec32°136 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C88°F | 22°C72°F | 169 mm | 73% | Rainy |
| February | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 150 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C86°F | 21°C70°F | 115 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| April | 29°C85°F | 20°C68°F | 92 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C80°F | 17°C63°F | 85 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C79°F | 16°C61°F | 70 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C80°F | 16°C60°F | 38 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C85°F | 17°C63°F | 40 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| September | 32°C90°F | 20°C67°F | 48 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| October | 33°C92°F | 22°C72°F | 84 mm | 56% | Hot |
| November | 33°C91°F | 22°C72°F | 112 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| December | 32°C89°F | 22°C72°F | 136 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
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 Santa Cruz?
May–Sep. May–Sep is drier and cooler, with occasional cold 'surazo' winds. Nov–Mar is hot, humid and rainy; Aug–Oct can bring smoke from fires.
When is the rainy season in Santa Cruz?
Rain peaks in January with about 169 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan–Feb.
What is the hottest month in Santa Cruz?
October, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Santa Cruz get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 16°C (60°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.