Cerro Capurata
Mountain Volcanic peak on Bolivia–Chile border, high-altitude climb
Cerro Capurata is an Andean stratovolcano on the Bolivia-Chile altiplano; mountaineers attempt its high‑altitude slopes and travellers use surrounding salt flats and lagoons for acclimatisation and landscape photography.
How to Get to Cerro Capurata #
Access is usually via Bolivian or Chilean highland towns. Common approaches start from Bolivian villages near the Uyuni region or Chilean towns on the Altiplano; local guiding companies operate multi‑day trips that include acclimatisation. Exact routes depend on permits and border regulations.
Tips for Visiting Cerro Capurata #
- Acclimatize gradually - the mountain's summit exceeds 5,900 metres and altitude sickness is a serious risk.
- Approach from the Bolivian high plateau via Colchani or nearby towns; local guides familiar with Andean conditions are essential.
- Weather can change rapidly; plan summit pushes for clear, wind‑calm windows and carry layered clothing.
Best Time to Visit Cerro Capurata #
Attempt climbs in the dry season (May-October) for best weather and safer summit conditions.
Weather & Climate near Cerro Capurata #
Cerro Capurata's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in December) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -17°C to 7°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -7°C. The wettest month with 97 mm of rain.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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March
March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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April
April is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -10°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -13°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -16°C. Almost no rain.
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July
July is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -17°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -16°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -13°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -12°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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