Climate guide for Death Road, Bolivia

Death Road in August

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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August · Bolivia

Best time to visit Death Road in August Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Death Road in August

Average temperature 7°C, 3 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

August score

8.5/10

Ranked #3 of 12 months

Full year for Death Road
Avg temp
7°C
Rainfall
3 mm
Humidity
67%
Days with 6h+ sun
20
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

August in Death Road scores 8.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 7°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Death Road drops from Andes cloud forest toward the Yungas-bike descents on a cliff-cut former highway. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

August is one of the strongest months in Death Road (3rd)

Expect 7°C (44°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

At just 3 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Death Road at 8.5/10 (3rd of 12), just behind October at 9.3/10.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, footwear you can get muddy.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Death Road in August?
In August, Death Road averages 7°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.5/10.
Is August a good time to visit Death Road?
August earns a 8.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Death Road in August?
Expect about 3 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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