2026 Climate Averages

Weather in La Paz in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit La Paz. La Paz has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 16°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

16°C

Avg Low

3°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

11.4h

Is May a good time to visit La Paz?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:49 AM

Sunset

6:11 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 15°C 6°C 22 Wet
February 14°C 7°C 29 Wet
March 15°C 5°C 17 Wet
April 14°C 4°C 13 Wet
May 16°C 3°C 5 Excellent (best)
June 15°C 2°C 0 Excellent (best)
July 16°C 2°C 0 Excellent (best)
August 17°C 2°C 3 Excellent (best)
September 15°C 3°C 14 Excellent (best)
October 16°C 4°C 14 Wet
November 19°C 4°C 3 Good
December 15°C 6°C 23 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit La Paz? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting La Paz, with average highs of 16°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for La Paz in May? +

With highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in La Paz in May? +

La Paz typically sees around 5 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in La Paz in May? +

In May, La Paz gets approximately 11.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in La Paz? +

Yes, May is peak season in La Paz. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit La Paz? +

The best months to visit La Paz are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: America/La_Paz)

Last Updated: January 2026

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