August · Bolivia
Best time to visit La Paz in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in La Paz in August
Average temperature 7°C, 3 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in La Paz scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 7°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
La Paz climbs out of a canyon at 3,600 metres, its markets and cable cars above the Altiplano.
August holds up well in La Paz — 3rd best month
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 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.4 hours of daylight.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in La Paz in August?
- In August, La Paz averages 7°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is August a good time to visit La Paz?
- August earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in La Paz in August?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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