August · Bolivia
Best time to visit Potosí in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Potosí in August
Average temperature 8°C, 0 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 36% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 0 mm
- Humidity
- 36%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Potosí scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 8°C, 0 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Potosí is the high colonial silver city under Cerro Rico-thin air, baroque churches, and mining history etched into every street. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
August holds up well in Potosí — 7th best month
August averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.3 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 8.4/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Potosí in August?
- In August, Potosí averages 8°C, 0 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Potosí?
- August earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Potosí in August?
- Expect about 0 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 36% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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