Sucre enjoys a mild, high-altitude steppe climate with warm days and cool nights year-round. Summer highs reach 24–27°C, while winter lows can dip to 4°C or below. Most rain falls from December to March, with dry, sunny winters. The city’s pleasant weather and colonial charm make it a favourite for travellers in any season.
The best times to travel section shows how the months compare for a visit, so you can find the time of year that fits what you want to do.
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Sucre, Bolivia’s constitutional capital, sits at 2,800 metres above sea level and features a cold steppe (semi-arid) climate. Temperatures are remarkably stable year-round, with daily highs typically ranging from 21°C in July (the coolest month) to 24–27°C in the warmest months (October–December). Nights are much cooler, especially in winter, when lows can drop to 4°C or lower, and rare cold snaps may bring frost or even brief dips below freezing. Despite its latitude, Sucre’s high elevation ensures comfortable daytime temperatures and crisp evenings, earning it the nickname “City of Spring.”
Rainfall is highly seasonal. The wet season runs from December to March, with January and February the rainiest (up to 206 mm and 16–23 rainy days per month). Showers are often heavy but brief, leaving time for sunshine most days. In contrast, the dry season from May to September is marked by clear blue skies, abundant sunshine (up to 10 hours daily in August–November), and very little rain – June and July average just 16–18 mm and 3–4 rainy days each. Annual precipitation totals around 1,086–1,100 mm, and humidity averages about 58%. Winds are generally light (10–12 km/h), but can pick up during storms. Sucre enjoys 3,700+ hours of sunshine per year, with daylight ranging from 11 to 13 hours depending on the season. UV levels are extreme from November to March, so sun protection is essential year-round.
| Average climate data for Sucre, Bolivia | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average maximum temperature (°C) | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 |
| Average minimum temperature (°C) | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 8 |
| Average precipitation (mm) | 148 | 125 | 107 | 46 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 14 | 23 | 55 | 73 | 124 | 731 |
| Average rainfall days (days) | 15 | 13 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 82 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 67 | 70 | 68 | 62 | 47 | 43 | 39 | 43 | 46 | 48 | 52 | 60 | 54 |
| Average daily daylight hours (h) | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| Average daily sunshine hours (h) | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 |
| Average UV index | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 |
The best time to visit Sucre is from May to October, during the dry season. Days are sunny and mild (highs 21–24°C), nights are cool, and rain is minimal – ideal for sightseeing, hiking, and enjoying the city’s colonial atmosphere. Skies are clear, and UV is high, so bring sun protection.
The least favourable time to visit is from January to March, when heavy rains are frequent (up to 206 mm/month), and some roads or trails may be muddy or impassable. While the city remains pleasant between showers, outdoor activities can be disrupted, and humidity is higher than the rest of the year.
Sucre has mild, spring-like temperatures all year, with highs of 21–27°C and cool nights. Most rain falls from December to March, while May to September is dry and sunny. The city enjoys abundant sunshine and moderate humidity.
Nights can be chilly, especially from May to August, with lows of 4°C or below and rare frost. Days remain mild even in winter, and freezing temperatures are very uncommon in the city.
The wet season is from December to March, with January and February the rainiest months (up to 206 mm and 16–23 rainy days). Rain is usually heavy but brief, leaving time for sunshine most days.
Sucre enjoys over 3,700 hours of sunshine annually. The sunniest months are August to November, with up to 10 hours of sun daily. Even in the wet season, sunny periods are common between showers.
Pack layers for cool nights and mild days, a rain jacket for the wet season, and strong sun protection year-round due to high UV. Bring warm clothes for winter evenings, even if days are pleasant.
Yes, especially from May to October, when the weather is dry and sunny. The rainy season brings lush landscapes but can make hiking trails muddy or slippery, so check local conditions before heading out.
Extreme temperatures are rare. Highs rarely exceed 31°C, and lows seldom fall below 0°C. The climate is mild and comfortable for most travellers year-round.
The warmest month, with the highest average maximum temperature, is November (21.2 °C). The month with the lowest average maximum temperature is February (18.9 °C). Overall, the average maximum temperature over the whole year is 19.8 °C.
The month with the highest average minimum temperature is December (13 °C). The coldest month, with the lowest average minimum temperature, is July (8.4 °C). Overall, the average minimum temperature over the whole year is 11.3 °C.
The wettest month, with the highest amount of precipitation, is January (148 mm). The driest month, with the least amount of precipitation, is July (2 mm). Over the whole year there are 731.1 mm of rainfall on average.
The month with the most days of rain is January (15.1 days). The month with the fewest days of rain is July (0 days). Over the whole year there are 82.3 days of rain on average.
The month with the highest average relative humidity is February (69.5 %). The month with the lowest average relative humidity is July (39.1 %). The overall average relative humidity over the whole year is 53.7 %.
The month with the longest days, so the most daylight, is December (Average daylight: 13 h). The month with the shortest days, so the least daylight, is June (Average daylight: 11 h). Over the whole year there are 11.9 h of daylight per day on average.
The month with the most sunshine per day is August (Average sunshine: 9.1 h). The month with the least sunshine per day is January (Average sunshine: 5.1 h). Over the whole year there are 7.2 h of sunlight per day on average.
The months with the highest average UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index: 12). The month with the lowest average UV index is June (UV index: 7). Over the whole year the average UV index is 10.8.
