Uqi Uqini

Mountain Andean mountain in Bolivia's western range

An Andean peak in Bolivia’s highlands that rises above puna plateaus. Climbers and high-altitude trekkers visit for glaciated slopes and broad altiplano views.

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Uqi Uqini
-18.3237, -69.0355

How to Get to Uqi Uqini #

Access approaches vary by region; most itineraries begin from departmental towns with multi-hour drives on high, often rough roads. Local guidance and multi-day planning are essential.

Tips for Visiting Uqi Uqini #

  • High altitude trekking requires acclimatization and local guides; weather turns quickly in the Andes.
  • Carry permits and respect local land-use rules - many high Andean areas are on communal or protected lands.

Best Time to Visit Uqi Uqini #

Plan climbs and visits for the regional dry season when snow and storms are least likely.

Dry season
May-Oct · -10-10°C (varies with elevation)
The most reliable window for trekking and climbing in the high Andes.

Weather & Climate near Uqi Uqini #

Climate

Uqi Uqini's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -14°C to 10°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
10°
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with 99 mm of rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -8°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -11°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-14°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coldest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-14°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is freezing with highs of 7°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-14°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is freezing with highs of 8°C and lows of -11°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -9°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-9° 10°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-7° 10°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5° 10°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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