Qullpa Qucha

Lake Andean lake in Cochabamba's highlands

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Qullpa Qucha
-17.5667, -65.5500

How to Get to Qullpa Qucha #

Qullpa Qucha is in Cochabamba Department and is reached by road from nearby towns in the highlands. Access roads may be unpaved; hire local drivers or guides familiar with the region and altitude considerations.

Tips for Visiting Qullpa Qucha #

  • Local roads near high-altitude lakes can be rough-use a high-clearance vehicle.
  • Visit early morning for mirror-like water and reduced wind for photography.
  • Respect any local indigenous customs and obtain permissions if visiting sacred sites.

Best Time to Visit Qullpa Qucha #

The dry months from May to September are the most practical for visiting.

Dry season (May-Sep)
May-Sep · 5-20°C
Accessible weather with clearer skies and better trail conditions.
Wet season (Oct-Apr)
Oct-Apr · -5-10°C
Heavier rains, higher lake levels and muddier tracks; limited access.

Weather & Climate near Qullpa Qucha #

Climate

Qullpa Qucha's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cool summers (peaking in November) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -4°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (672 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (145 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
17°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 17°

Weather

17 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 17°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of -4°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4° 16°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is cold with highs of 18°C and lows of -2°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 18°

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

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