Chachacomani

Mountain High Andean peak in Bolivia's La Paz Department

Remote Andean peak in La Paz Department attracting experienced mountaineers for glaciated routes, long approaches and alpine scenery in the Cordillera.

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Chachacomani
-15.9855, -68.3806

How to Get to Chachacomani #

Most expeditions begin from La Paz; drive over the Carretera and to a local trailhead in the Cordillera Real. Local guiding agencies in La Paz organize transport and logistics for multi-day approaches.

Tips for Visiting Chachacomani #

  • Acclimatize thoroughly in La Paz before attempting Chachacomani; altitude sickness is a real hazard.
  • Hire a guide familiar with the Cordillera Real routes; glaciated sections require rope teams and up-to-date information on crevasses.
  • Expect long, steep approaches and plan for glacier travel; weather in the Cordillera Real can change rapidly, especially in the afternoon.

Best Time to Visit Chachacomani #

The Bolivian dry season (May-September) is the preferred time for ascents in the Cordillera Real, with less afternoon thunderstorm activity and more predictable conditions.

Dry season (climbing)
May-September · -10°C to 10°C at high camps; 5-20°C in La Paz
Clearer skies and more stable weather make this the standard mountaineering season in the Bolivian Andes.
Shoulder months
April and October · -5°C to 12°C
Possible good weather windows but greater chance of storms; fewer climbers on the routes.

Weather & Climate near Chachacomani #

Climate

Chachacomani's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from -14°C to 7°C. Moderate rainfall (874 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (160 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-13°

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 13 mm.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-14°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-13°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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