Climate guide for Cochabamba, Bolivia

Cochabamba in August

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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August · Bolivia

Best time to visit Cochabamba in August Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Cochabamba in August

Average temperature 12°C, 1 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

August score

9.3/10

Ranked #7 of 12 months

Full year for Cochabamba
Avg temp
12°C
Rainfall
1 mm
Humidity
49%
Days with 6h+ sun
27
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

August in Cochabamba scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 1 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Cochabamba sits in a mild highland valley-market food culture, Cristo de la Concordia views, and a central Bolivian hub. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

August is one of the strongest months in Cochabamba (7th)

Temperatures hover around 12°C (54°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

At just 1 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Cochabamba at 9.3/10 (7th of 12), just behind October at 9.9/10.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Cochabamba in August?
In August, Cochabamba averages 12°C, 1 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
Is August a good time to visit Cochabamba?
August earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Cochabamba in August?
Expect about 1 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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