Pastos Grandes Lake
Lake High-altitude saline lake in Potosí Department
A high-altitude lake in Potosí Department, Pastos Grandes Lake sits on the Bolivian Altiplano with saline flats and mineral deposits. Naturalists visit for flamingos, other Andean birdlife and stark geological scenery.
How to Get to Pastos Grandes Lake #
Located in southwestern Potosí Department, Pastos Grandes is remote and typically reached from Uyuni or local towns by 4x4 over unpaved highland roads. Travel often requires a local driver familiar with altiplano conditions.
Tips for Visiting Pastos Grandes Lake #
- High-altitude sun is intense-use strong sunscreen and sunglasses, and layer clothing for biting winds.
- Hire a local guide if planning to drive off-road; the puna landscape hides sinkholes and soft ground.
Best Time to Visit Pastos Grandes Lake #
The dry season is generally safer and easier for visiting due to more reliable roads.
Weather & Climate near Pastos Grandes Lake #
Pastos Grandes Lake's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from -10°C to 16°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with 31 mm of rain.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -3°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -6°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is the coldest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -10°C. Almost no rain.
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July
July is freezing with highs of 9°C and lows of -10°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 10°C and lows of -10°C. Almost no rain.
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September
September is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -6°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -5°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of -2°C. Almost no rain.
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December
December is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 0°C. Almost no rain.
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