Climate guide for Uyuni, Bolivia

Uyuni in April

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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April · Bolivia

Best time to visit Uyuni in April Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Uyuni in April

Average temperature 8°C, 10 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 49% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

April score

8.6/10

Ranked #2 of 12 months

Full year for Uyuni
Avg temp
8°C
Rainfall
10 mm
Humidity
49%
Days with 6h+ sun
30
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

April in Uyuni scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 8°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Uyuni is the salt-flat staging town-train cemetery photos, jeep tours onto Salar de Uyuni, and cold desert nights. Best window: cooler months from late autumn through early spring.

April ranks 2nd of 12 for Uyuni — one of the best windows

Expect 8°C (46°F) in April. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

At just 10 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.5 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Uyuni at 8.6/10 (2nd of 12), just behind November at 9/10.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Uyuni in April?
In April, Uyuni averages 8°C, 10 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
Is April a good time to visit Uyuni?
April earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Uyuni in April?
Expect about 10 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 49% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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