May · Bolivia
Best time to visit La Paz in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in La Paz in May
Average temperature 7°C, 31 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
8.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 31 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in La Paz scores 8.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 7°C, 31 mm of rain, and roughly 24 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.
May holds up well in La Paz — 6th best month
Expect 7°C (45°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 31 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 6th 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 mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in La Paz in May?
- In May, La Paz averages 7°C, 31 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.1/10.
- Is May a good time to visit La Paz?
- May earns a 8.1/10 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 May?
- Expect about 31 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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