December · Bolivia
Best time to visit La Paz in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in La Paz in December
Average temperature 10°C, 84 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 84 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in La Paz scores 7.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 84 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.
December holds up well in La Paz — 9th best month
Expect 10°C (49°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 84 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 9th 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, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in La Paz in December?
- In December, La Paz averages 10°C, 84 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is December a good time to visit La Paz?
- December earns a 7.4/10 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 December?
- Expect about 84 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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