Town in Potosí, Bolivia
Uyuni weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Uyuni
May–Oct is dry, with full access across the salt flat but freezing nights. Jan–Mar is the rainy season with mirror effects but some routes closed.
Uyuni weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan20°92 mm
- Feb19°79 mm
- Mar19°50 mm
- Apr16°12 mm
- May13°2 mm
- Jun11°2 mm
- Jul10°2 mm
- Aug13°2 mm
- Sep16°7 mm
- Oct18°20 mm
- Nov20°22 mm
- Dec21°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 5°C40°F | 92 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| February | 19°C67°F | 4°C40°F | 79 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| March | 19°C66°F | 3°C38°F | 50 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| April | 16°C62°F | 0°C32°F | 12 mm | 53% | Cool |
| May | 13°C55°F | -4°C25°F | 2 mm | 40% | Cool |
| June | 11°C51°F | -5°C24°F | 2 mm | 36% | Cold |
| July | 10°C51°F | -5°C23°F | 2 mm | 35% | Cold |
| August | 13°C55°F | -4°C24°F | 2 mm | 33% | Cool |
| September | 16°C61°F | -3°C27°F | 7 mm | 33% | Cool |
| October | 18°C65°F | 0°C31°F | 20 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C69°F | 2°C35°F | 22 mm | 37% | Pleasant |
| December | 21°C69°F | 4°C40°F | 64 mm | 47% | 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 Uyuni?
May–Oct. May–Oct is dry, with full access across the salt flat but freezing nights. Jan–Mar is the rainy season with mirror effects but some routes closed.
When is the rainy season in Uyuni?
Rain peaks in January with about 92 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Uyuni?
December, with average highs of 21°C (69°F).
How cold does Uyuni 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 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.