Bolivia Travel Guide
Bolivia travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 49°F (10°C) in Bolivia with drizzle. It feels like 47°F. Today runs from 41°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.2/10 - marginal.
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 slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 5.9°F below the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Bolivia today at 9.9/10. Visibility is down to 0,6 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Bolivia
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 16°29′22.9″S 68°7′9.5″W (-16.4897, -68.1193)
Weather in Bolivia right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:28 AM, Oct 24 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 67° / 45°
Light showers · 93% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 68° / 43°
Light showers · 100% rain · wind 9 mph
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 | 4:28 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Bolivia
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Bolivia.
Best time to visit Bolivia
Go in May, June, July, August, September, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and April - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 62°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and April - historically the least comfortable months here.
Attractions in Bolivia
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Explore Bolivia
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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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 49°F (10°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 86% and wind is 1 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 4:28 AM.
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 October 24, 2026 at 4:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
