La Paz weather in January
Cool, with frequent heavy rain. Average highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C, with around 22 rainy days expected throughout the month.
While January isn't our top-rated month for La Paz, it has its own appeal — typically lower prices, fewer crowds, and a more local feel.
Average high
14°C
Average low
5°C
Rainy days
22 days
Best months to visit
Year-round
What to do in La Paz in January
Whatever the weather, La Paz rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Teleférico cable car tour: highest urban cable system
Witches' Market tour: alpaca textiles and folk remedies
Cholita wrestling match at El Multifuncional arena
La Paz graffiti street art walking tour
Church of San Francisco and colonial architecture
Death Road mountain biking: Yungas Road adventure
What to pack for January
Layer up — a mid-weight jacket, jumpers, and comfortable trousers. Waterproof shoes are recommended. Scarves and gloves may be useful in the evenings.
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January (you are here)
14C
Cool, with frequent heavy rain.
February
14C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
March
14C
Cool, with frequent heavy rain.
April
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
June
14C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
July
14C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
August
15C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
September
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
October
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
15C
Cool, with frequent heavy rain.
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