Wila PukaraniWila Pukarani at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Wila Pukarani
Wila Pukarani sits in the high plains of Oruro Department; the dry season is the safest time for any field visits.
Dry season
May-September · 0 to 15°C (day), much colder at night
Clear skies and more stable conditions for travel in the high Andes.
Weather & Climate near Wila Pukarani
Climate
Wila Pukarani's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -11°C to 13°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 58
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -1° - 13° | 3° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -1° - 12° | 3° | 59 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -1° - 13° | 3° | 38 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -4° - 12° | 1° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -7° - 10° | -2° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -11° - 7° | -6° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -11° - 7° | -6° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -10° - 8° | -5° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -8° - 10° | -3° | 3 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -6° - 12° | -1° | 1 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -4° - 13° | 2° | 7 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -2° - 13° | 3° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Wila Pukarani
Approach is typically from Oruro city by road; local 4x4 transport is useful for poorly maintained rural roads. Engage a local guide for safe and respectful access to highland sites.
Tips for Visiting Wila Pukarani
- High-altitude conditions can be severe; acclimatise gradually and hire a local guide if approaching the mountain from Oruro region.
- Check local access and permission requirements; some Andean sites sit on communal land.