Weather & Climate in San Pedro, Bolivia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
San Pedro experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 13,166 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,166 ft (4,013 m) |
| Area | 445.8 sq mi (1,154.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.2372°S, 68.8506°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
268 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Sep 30, 2009 | 17 km ESE of Putina, Peru | M5.9 | 90 km | 255 km |
| Jun 8, 2011 | 43 km SSE of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.9 | 118 km | 146 km |
| Dec 2, 1991 | 23 km NW of Yumani, Bolivia | M5.8 | 62 km | 241 km |
| Jul 12, 2024 | 67 km E of Tarata, Peru | M5.6 | 140 km | 176 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 28 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.4 | 79 km | 260 km |
| Aug 6, 2005 | 59 km ENE of Tarata, Peru | M5.4 | 142 km | 140 km |
| Mar 22, 2010 | 7 km WNW of Juli, Peru | M5.3 | 71 km | 189 km |
| Feb 2, 2006 | 29 km ENE of Chuquitira, Peru | M5.3 | 144 km | 40 km |
| Jun 29, 2013 | 23 km SSE of Putina, Peru | M5.3 | 83 km | 264 km |
| May 25, 2013 | 18 km E of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.3 | 93 km | 153 km |
| Mar 25, 2000 | 3 km E of Pilcuyo, Peru | M5.3 | 73 km | 220 km |
| Dec 22, 1995 | 26 km N of Yumani, Bolivia | M5.3 | 58 km | 246 km |
| Aug 12, 2001 | 27 km W of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.2 | 131 km | 33 km |
| Feb 4, 2007 | 73 km S of Desaguadero, Peru | M5.1 | 114 km | 173 km |
| Jan 10, 1995 | 23 km W of Desaguadero, Peru | M5.1 | 55 km | 171 km |
| Sep 29, 2012 | 58 km SE of Mazo Cruz, Peru | M5.1 | 121 km | 138 km |
| May 8, 2001 | 77 km WNW of Curahuara de Carangas, Bolivia | M5.0 | 141 km | 142 km |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 60 km W of Patacamaya, Bolivia | M5.0 | 120 km | 204 km |
| May 10, 1990 | 5 km S of Juli, Peru | M4.9 | 64 km | 160 km |
| Feb 6, 1994 | 26 km S of Desaguadero, Peru | M4.9 | 64 km | 174 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yucamane (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yucamane | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,495 m (18,028 ft) | -1320 | 178 km |
| Tutupaca | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,801 m (19,032 ft) | 1802 | 184 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in |
San Pedro has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 43°F in June to 51°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and June the driest (0.3").