Geography of Bolivia
Geography of Bolivia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Bolivia
Lake Titicaca is 95 mi to the north-west, Cusco is 328 mi to the north-west, Historic Sanctuary of Machu Picchu is 374 mi to the north-west and Machu Picchu is 374 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 16°29′22.9″S 68°7′9.5″W (-16.4897, -68.1193)
Quick facts about Bolivia
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 16°29′22.9″S 68°7′9.5″W (-16.4897, -68.1193) |
| Capital | La Paz |
| Population | 12.300.000 |
| Area | 424.164 sq mi |
| ISO code | BO |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | BOL |
| Currency | Bolivian boliviano (BOB) |
| Languages | Spanish, Quechua, Aymara |
| Calling code | +591 |
| Time zone | America/La_Paz |
| Local time | 3:59 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Summary
Bolivia is a country in South America. Bolivia is a country in South America with its capital at La Paz. It has a population of about 12.3 million. The capital is La Paz.
Right now it is 30°F (-1°C) in Bolivia with clear. It feels like 24°F. Today runs from 29°F to 61°F. Chance of precipitation is 2%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Bolivia is May, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is temperate. January, March and April tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 33°F.
Nearby highlights include Salar de Uyuni and Lake Titicaca.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 61°F is in line with the 64°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Bolivia today at 9.8/10. Overnight lows near 29°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Bolivia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62° | 43° | 5,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 62° | 42° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 61° | 42° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 62° | 39° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 62° | 36° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 33° | 0,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 62° | 34° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 64° | 34° | 0,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 65° | 38° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 66° | 40° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 65° | 42° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 63° | 42° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Bolivia?
Bolivia is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -16.4897, -68.1193. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Bolivia right now?
It is currently 30°F (-1°C) with clear. Humidity is 67% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Bolivia?
May, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Bolivia, which has a temperate climate. January, March and April are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Bolivia in?
Bolivia observes America/La_Paz (UTC-04:00). The local time is 3:59 PM.
How many people live in Bolivia?
Bolivia has a population of approximately 12.3 million.
What are the top things to do in Bolivia?
Popular options include Salar de Uyuni and Lake Titicaca.
What places are in Bolivia?
Bolivia covers 1 places in this atlas, including Salar de Uyuni.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 3:59 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
