Paruma
Mountain Andean mountain in Bolivia, part of high plateau
High in the Andes near the Bolivia-Chile frontier, Paruma is an Andean peak visited by mountaineers and trekkers for its remote, high‑altitude landscapes.
Paruma is a high Andean mountain and volcanic peak located in the Cordillera Occidental on the border region between Bolivia and Chile. It forms part of the high-altitude volcanic landscape of the Central Andes.
The area is remote and characterised by high-elevation terrain, volcanic cones and sparse infrastructure; visits are typically undertaken by experienced mountain or geological parties rather than casual tourists.
Paruma is part of the Central Volcanic Zone of the Andes, a long chain of volcanic peaks formed by subduction-related volcanism. The surrounding region has a history of high-altitude mining and pastoralism but the mountain itself is primarily a natural landmark.
Located in the high Andes near the Bolivia-Chile frontier, the peak sits in a remote section of the Cordillera Occidental within Bolivia’s Andean uplands.
Best Time to Visit Paruma #
Best visited in the Andean dry season (roughly May-October) when trails and passes are most accessible.
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Paruma's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -14°C to 11°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -4°C. The wettest month with 42 mm of rain.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -7°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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May
May is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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June
June is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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July
July is the coldest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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September
September is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -11°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -9°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -7°C. Almost no rain.
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December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -5°C. Almost no rain.
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