Climate for Station: El Alto Intl, La Paz, Bolivia

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La Paz, Bolivia

2026-02-28 22:29

5.4°C

Feels 3.4°C

H: 16.5°C / L: 2.8°C

Precip: 0.04mm | Wind: 8.6 kph

▲ 1.3°C vs historical high

Partly cloudy

2026-03-01

H: 12.6°C

L: 3.6°C

Rain: 91%

Rainfall: 8.29mm

Wind: 22kph

▼ 2.7°C

2026-03-02

H: 15.1°C

L: 3.7°C

Rain: 88%

Rainfall: 4.85mm

Wind: 18.4kph

▼ 0.1°C

2026-03-03

H: 15.4°C

L: 2.5°C

Rain: 89%

Rainfall: 2.61mm

Wind: 19.8kph

▲ 0.1°C

2026-03-04

H: 15.1°C

L: 1.9°C

Rain: 81%

Rainfall: 0.69mm

Wind: 20.2kph

▲ 0.2°C

2026-03-05

H: 13.2°C

L: 4.1°C

Rain: 81%

Rainfall: 0.33mm

Wind: 16.2kph

▼ 1.6°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

El Alto International Airport is experiencing a nuanced climate evolution, with a 0.40°C (0.72°F) rise in all-time high temperatures and a minor -0.02°C (-0.04°F) fall in all-time low temperatures. The region's precipitation is becoming more evenly distributed, as indicated by a decrease in the Precipitation Concentration Index from 16.46 to 13.34.

High-Altitude Climate Dynamics

El Alto International Airport, situated at an elevation of approximately 4,061 metres in the Andes, experiences a Tundra climate (ET) according to the Köppen classification. The high altitude contributes to significant temperature variations and influences local weather patterns. Over the past decade, the station has observed a -0.27°C (-0.49°F) decrease in high temperatures, contrasting the all-time trend of a 0.40°C (0.72°F) rise. This divergence suggests short-term cooling against a backdrop of long-term warming, possibly influenced by regional climatic cycles or localised atmospheric conditions.

Temperature Extremes and Variability

The temperature records at El Alto International Airport reveal a maximum of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and a minimum of -13.2°C (8.2°F). These extremes highlight the station's susceptibility to significant thermal oscillations, characteristic of high-altitude environments. The all-time trends indicate a slight warming in high temperatures, while low temperatures have experienced a negligible -0.02°C (-0.04°F) decline, suggesting a stabilisation in nocturnal cooling patterns.

Precipitation Patterns Shifting

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI), which measures how precipitation is distributed over time, has decreased from 16.46 to 13.34. This shift indicates a more even distribution of rainfall events, moving away from concentrated downpours towards more regular precipitation. Such a change can have significant implications for agriculture and water resource management in the region, aligning with Bolivia's broader climate goals of enhancing water security and resilience against extreme weather.

Decadal Trends and Regional Implications

While the 10-year trends show a 0.16°C (0.29°F) increase in low temperatures, the all-time data presents a contrasting picture of a -0.02°C (-0.04°F) fall. This discrepancy underscores the complexity of climate dynamics at high altitudes, where short-term variations may not always align with longer-term patterns. The interplay between these trends is crucial for understanding the potential impacts on local ecosystems and human activities.

Strategic Climate Insights

In the context of Bolivia's regional climate objectives, the observed trends at El Alto International Airport provide valuable insights. The more even precipitation distribution supports efforts to mitigate flood risks and enhance agricultural productivity. Meanwhile, the nuanced temperature changes call for adaptive strategies to manage potential impacts on biodiversity and infrastructure. These findings are essential for policymakers and stakeholders aiming to navigate the challenges of climate change in high-altitude regions.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: -0.13 °C/decade

Low: +0.09 °C/decade

Rain: +0.76 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +0.55 °C/decade

Low: +0.10 °C/decade

Rain: +0.12 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.41 °C/decade

Low: -0.03 °C/decade

Rain: +0.17 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.41 °C/decade

Low: -0.01 °C/decade

Rain: +0.17 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 32.1%

This Year: 32.1%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 12.8

Historical Average: 16.1

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 60^th percentile

Low: 86^th percentile

Rain: 98^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: -2.0%

Low: +32.3%

Intraday: +38.4%

Data Coverage

64.9%

First Year of Data

1942

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	25.4 °C	—	6.0 °C	15.8 °C	—	-2.1 °C	8.0 °C	—	-13.2 °C	80.0 mm	—	—	—
January	25.4 °C	14.9 °C	8.9 °C	13.9 °C	8.4 °C	4.3 °C	7.7 °C	3.9 °C	-3.3 °C	62.0 mm	4.4 mm	—	—
February	22.9 °C	14.9 °C	9.0 °C	13.0 °C	8.3 °C	4.4 °C	8.0 °C	3.8 °C	-3.3 °C	70.1 mm	3.7 mm	—	—
March	25.2 °C	15.0 °C	6.0 °C	13.7 °C	8.2 °C	3.7 °C	7.7 °C	3.2 °C	-3.5 °C	57.9 mm	2.9 mm	—	—
April	23.0 °C	15.2 °C	9.0 °C	12.9 °C	7.8 °C	3.8 °C	7.0 °C	1.4 °C	-5.2 °C	30.0 mm	1.3 mm	—	—
May	21.5 °C	15.1 °C	9.1 °C	13.1 °C	6.7 °C	0.6 °C	6.0 °C	-1.6 °C	-10.2 °C	21.8 mm	0.5 mm	—	—
June	20.0 °C	14.3 °C	7.0 °C	13.2 °C	5.5 °C	0.0 °C	5.0 °C	-3.4 °C	-12.5 °C	11.2 mm	0.2 mm	—	—
July	20.0 °C	14.3 °C	6.0 °C	11.8 °C	5.3 °C	-2.1 °C	3.1 °C	-3.9 °C	-12.6 °C	58.4 mm	0.3 mm	—	—
August	21.0 °C	15.3 °C	6.0 °C	13.9 °C	6.2 °C	-0.2 °C	4.0 °C	-2.7 °C	-13.2 °C	74.0 mm	0.7 mm	—	—
September	22.0 °C	15.8 °C	6.8 °C	14.9 °C	7.2 °C	1.1 °C	6.5 °C	-0.5 °C	-10.0 °C	80.0 mm	1.0 mm	—	—
October	22.2 °C	16.4 °C	6.9 °C	15.8 °C	8.3 °C	2.8 °C	6.8 °C	1.4 °C	-5.8 °C	29.0 mm	1.6 mm	—	—
November	24.3 °C	16.9 °C	7.2 °C	15.4 °C	9.1 °C	3.6 °C	7.3 °C	2.5 °C	-5.0 °C	36.1 mm	1.9 mm	—	—
December	21.8 °C	16.1 °C	8.0 °C	14.4 °C	8.9 °C	4.2 °C	7.4 °C	3.5 °C	-4.7 °C	56.9 mm	3.2 mm	—	—