Cololo LakeCololo Lake at a Glance
Things to Do
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When to Go
Best Time to Visit Cololo Lake
A high-altitude lake in Bolivia's La Paz region; best visited in the dry season for easier travel and clearer skies.
Dry season (less rain)
May-October · 10-20°C
Better access to high-altitude lakes; trails are firmer and clearer.
Wet season (cloud and storms)
November-March · 12-18°C
Clouds and afternoon storms reduce visibility; travel can be more difficult due to mud.
Weather & Climate near Cololo Lake
Climate
Cololo Lake's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from -8°C to 14°C. Moderate rainfall (916 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 62
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
14°
Warmest Month
-8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 0° - 11° | 4° | 173 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 11° | 4° | 147 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 0° - 11° | 4° | 134 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -2° - 12° | 3° | 61 mm | - | - | 2.0 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -5° - 12° | 2° | 27 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -8° - 12° | 0° | 6 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -8° - 12° | -1° | 11 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -7° - 13° | 1° | 15 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -4° - 13° | 2° | 49 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -2° - 14° | 4° | 58 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -2° - 14° | 4° | 83 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 0° - 12° | 4° | 152 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Cololo Lake
Cololo Lake is in the highlands of La Paz Department. Access generally requires travel from regional towns by road and possibly on foot for the final approach. Local guides and knowledge of seasonal road conditions are recommended, especially at high altitude.