Climate guide for Tiwanaku, Bolivia

Tiwanaku in January

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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January · Bolivia

Best time to visit Tiwanaku in January Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Tiwanaku in January

Average temperature 10°C, 106 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

January score

7.2/10

Ranked #10 of 12 months

Full year for Tiwanaku
Avg temp
10°C
Rainfall
106 mm
Humidity
71%
Days with 6h+ sun
30
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

January in Tiwanaku scores 7.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 106 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Tiwanaku preserves pre-Inca stone gateways and monoliths on the Altiplano near Lake Titicaca. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.

January holds up well in Tiwanaku — 10th best month

Expect 10°C (50°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

106 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.

That is 7.2/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9/10 for the best month here.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Tiwanaku — 1.8 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Tiwanaku in January?
In January, Tiwanaku averages 10°C, 106 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.2/10.
Is January a good time to visit Tiwanaku?
January earns a 7.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Tiwanaku in January?
Expect about 106 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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