ChachacomaniChachacomani at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Chachacomani
When to Go
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 61
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
7°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -6° - 5° | -4° | 160 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -5° - 5° | -4° | 147 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - 5° | -4° | 132 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -8° - 6° | -5° | 49 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -11° - 6° | -6° | 24 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -13° - 5° | -9° | 14 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -14° - 4° | -10° | 13 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -13° - 5° | -9° | 17 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -10° - 6° | -6° | 44 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -9° - 7° | -5° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -8° - 7° | -4° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -6° - 6° | -4° | 135 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.