Tocorpuri

Mountains Stratovolcanic mountain on Bolivia–Chile Altiplano

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Tocorpuri
-22.4428, -67.8900

How to Get to Tocorpuri #

Tocorpuri is in the Altiplano region near the Bolivia-Chile frontier. Access is by highland tracks from nearby towns in Potosí Department; travel requires four-wheel-drive vehicles and local guides familiar with border regulations and altiplano conditions.

Tips for Visiting Tocorpuri #

  • Be prepared for high-altitude conditions: cold nights, thin air, and limited services.
  • Travel with an experienced local guide familiar with border regulations - Tocorpuri sits near international frontiers and access can be logistically complex.
  • Pack for remote trekking: there are no services on the volcano aside from occasional shepherd camps.

Best Time to Visit Tocorpuri #

The dry season (May-October) offers the safest weather for high-altitude approaches and visibility; wet season increases risk of storms and poor conditions.

Dry season (Andean winter)
May-October · -5-15°C (23-59°F) depending on altitude
Clear skies and stable weather - the best window for high-altitude travel.
Wet season
November-April · 0-10°C (32-50°F)
Afternoon storms and snow at higher elevations make travel risky.

Weather & Climate near Tocorpuri #

Climate

Tocorpuri's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from -15°C to 10°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
10°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -12°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-12°

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -15°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-15°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
6.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -15°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-15°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-15°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -12°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-12°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -10°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -8°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-6° 10°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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