January verdict

Bolivia in January

Weather score43Mixed

Mixed for holiday weather

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 5.9h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 155mm, so some wet days are possible.

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January weather

Monthly averages

Temp

24°C

Rain

155mm

Sun

5.9h

Sea

0°C

Weather score

43

Mixed

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Showers

Rainfall averages 155mm, so some wet days are possible.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 5.9h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 0°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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January24°C average high

January sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.

Warmest monthsJanuary to March and October to December

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

January155mm average rain

January is one of Bolivia's wettest months, so rain is likely to be a major planning factor.

Driest monthsApril to October

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

January5.9 hours average sun

January is one of Bolivia's cloudier months, so sunshine-led plans are less reliable.

Brightest monthsJuly to September

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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January0°C average sea

January is close to Bolivia's usual sea temperature, with limited seasonal change in the water.

Warmest seaAll year

Sea temperatures stay warm enough for easy swimming through the year.

Weather score

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January43 weather score

January is one of the weakest weather-score months, when the overall mix is less favourable than the rest of the year.

Best weather monthsApril to October

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.