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Mandioré Lake

Lake

A lake in Bolivia's lowlands. Local visitors come for riverside scenery, fishing and nearby rural communities.

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In this guide

Mandioré Lake essentials

Country: Bolivia
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Boliviano (Bs.)
Language: Spanish, Guarani, Quechua

Mandioré Lake at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Mandioré Lake

Dry season is preferable for access and safer hiking conditions.

Dry Season
May-Oct · -5-10°C (23-50°F) depending on altitude
Most stable weather for trekking and remote travel.
Wet Season
Nov-Mar · 0-15°C (32-59°F)
Heavy afternoon thunderstorms; roads can be affected by rain.

Weather & Climate near Mandioré Lake

Climate

Mandioré Lake's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in November) and warm winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from 17°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1130 mm/year), wettest in January.

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 24° - 32° 28° 197 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
February - 23° - 32° 28° 150 mm - - 1.8 m/s - -
March - 23° - 32° 28° 137 mm - - 1.6 m/s - -
April - 22° - 32° 27° 87 mm - - 1.7 m/s - -
May - 20° - 29° 24° 57 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
June - 18° - 28° 23° 29 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
July - 17° - 28° 23° 21 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
August - 19° - 30° 24° 24 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
September - 21° - 31° 26° 42 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
October - 23° - 33° 28° 86 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
November - 23° - 33° 28° 124 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
December - 23° - 33° 28° 176 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Mandioré Lake

Access depends on the lake’s precise location in the regional highlands; travel often requires a combination of paved and unpaved roads from the nearest provincial centers. Local guides or tour operators are recommended for remote lake visits.

Tips for Visiting Mandioré Lake

  • High-altitude weather changes quickly; hikers should carry layered clothing and check local forecasts.
  • Lakes in the Bolivian highlands can be remote - coordinate transport and lodging from the nearest town.