Rurrenabaque weather in July

July in Rurrenabaque: sweltering, dry, with clean air — fine if you can take 35°C afternoons.

Updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Rurrenabaque🇧🇴 Bolivia · Amazonia · National park68
  1. 32Jan
  2. 36Feb
  3. 38Mar
  4. 53Apr
  5. 64May
  6. 71Jun
  7. 68Jul
  8. 54Aug
  9. 39Sep
  10. 33Oct
  11. 41Nov
  12. 35Dec

#2 of 12 months in Rurrenabaque · #954 of 1413 destinations to visit in July · comfort 68/100 (tier C)

Days
32°C
Nights
21°C
Wet days
4
Sun
9 h
Humidity
77%
Daylight
11 h
Rurrenabaque, Bolivia
Photo: Rodrigo Mariaca · CC BY-SA 4.0

Traveller notes on Rurrenabaque in July

Other months in Rurrenabaque

Rurrenabaque-forum threads on an end-of-March visit describe this as still genuinely within the wetter season, posters calling real mosquito activity and rain both standing concerns for a Pampas or jungle tour. Regulars call the drier season, roughly May through October, the considerably more comfortable stretch, one visitor reporting an August trip with essentially no rain. Posters describe the wetter months as still entirely doable though, real wildlife viewing and a genuinely different, lusher landscape both upsides worth the tradeoff. Regulars recommend strong insect repellent regardless of season, mosquito bites a standing reality even in drier months. Posters call a reputable operator essential for either tour, real safety and comfort varying by company. Regulars recommend real waterproof gear and flexible expectations for late March. The record: 33.7C days feeling like a punishing 40C, 26.7C nights, an extraordinarily high 312.7mm across over 24 days and 88 percent humidity.
RurrenabaqueMarchRegular · March · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Rurrenabaque-forum threads comparing boat-based jungle tours against pampas trips describe April as still capable of real wet-season conditions, posters calling river access sometimes more reliable than pampas roads which can turn slow after a heavier system. Regulars call the jungle tour along major rivers the better bet for reliable access, dense rainforest offering less concentrated but genuine wildlife viewing. Posters describe the pampas as offering more visible wildlife when conditions cooperate, open savanna terrain making sightings considerably easier than deep forest. Regulars recommend a reputable operator regardless of tour type, given how much local quality varies. Posters call real waterproof gear standing advice for either tour. Regulars recommend budgeting real flexibility, river and road conditions both capable of shifting fast. The record: 33.1C days feeling like a punishing 38C, 26C nights, an extraordinarily high 137.8mm across over 17 days and 86 percent humidity.
RurrenabaqueAprilRegular · April · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Rurrenabaque-forum threads comparing pampas and jungle tours confirm February sits well within the region's wetter season, real trail flooding and considerably more mosquitoes standing features. Posters recommend the jungle over the pampas for a February trip, river-based access staying far less weather-dependent than the road out to the pampas, which can turn slow or impassable after a heavy system. Regulars call wildlife more dispersed across the flooded pampas, sightings genuinely less concentrated than during drier months. Posters describe the tradeoff as real though, dramatic skies and noticeably fewer tourists both genuine upsides. Regulars recommend a reputable operator like Madidi Travel for jungle-focused trips. Posters recommend real waterproof gear regardless of tour type. The record: 33.8C days feeling like a punishing 40C, 26.8C nights, an extraordinarily high 372.9mm across over 24 days and 89 percent humidity.
RurrenabaqueFebruaryRegular · February · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Rurrenabaque-forum reviews on pampas and jungle tours describe September as sitting well within the favorable stretch, water levels low enough to concentrate wildlife along the Yacuma River for consistently strong sightings of caimans, capybaras, monkeys and birdlife. Posters call the pampas tour the stronger pick for wildlife density, river access reliable given how dry conditions run roughly May through October. Regulars describe accommodations on these multi-day tours as simple, raised wooden lodges with mosquito nets, food consistently praised despite the modest setup. Posters call the intense midday sun the real physical challenge here rather than any precipitation risk, sun protection and hydration standing advice. Regulars recommend booking through a reputable operator in town over online in advance. Posters call the wildlife encounters worth the heat regardless of dates. The record: 37.2C days feeling like a punishing 41C, 25.3C nights, 70 percent humidity and 10 hours of sun.
RurrenabaqueSeptemberRegular · September · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗

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Rurrenabaque climate normals — July

Daytime high32°C / 90°F🔥 sweltering
Nighttime low21°C / 70°F
Feels like (high)35°C / 95°F
Rainfall29 mm / 1.1 in☀️ dry
Rainy days4 days
Humidity77%💦 very humid
Dew point20°C / 68°F
Sunshine9 h/day
Daylight11.4 h
Wind10 km/h / 6 mph
Air quality (US AQI)34🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

Crowds in Rurrenabaque in July

How busy the place itself is — school and mass holidays, the months an editor tagged, and how sought-after the weather makes them. Never part of the comfort score.

Busyschool holidays in 4 of the markets that fill it, one of its best months for weather(estimated)

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Best months for Rurrenabaque's weather

Ranked by this destination's own climate comfort score across the year — a different thing from how busy it gets (see Crowds above).

Best weatherRurrenabaque's weather peaks May–July, best around June.

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What's on in Rurrenabaque in July

Recurring seasonal events, natural spectacles, closures and holidays — curated and sourced.

  • Season

    Dry season for Madidi and the pampas

    1 May – 31 Oct · usually

    May to October is when the pampas tracks are driveable and the animals concentrate on the water that is left. These are the months the Yacuma boat trips and the Madidi lodges actually run properly.

  • Season

    The surazo

    1 May – 15 Sep · usuallyWind season

    Cold southern fronts, called surazos here, can push up into the lowlands in the dry months and chill the jungle for one to three days. Pack a fleece for the pampas and jungle lodges even in the best season. Source ↗

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Nearby, and something's on

Within 300 km of Rurrenabaque — a day trip or a short hop — with something on this month. Never part of the comfort score.

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Rurrenabaque in July — FAQ

Is July a good time to visit Rurrenabaque?
July in Rurrenabaque: sweltering, dry, with clean air — fine if you can take 35°C afternoons. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Rurrenabaque on SeasonMap's comfort score (68/100).
What is the weather like in Rurrenabaque in July?
In July, Rurrenabaque averages a daily high of 32.4°C and a low of 21.3°C, with about 28.5 mm of rain over roughly 3.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Rurrenabaque in July?
Rurrenabaque has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 34 in July.

Within 300 km: La Paz's Altiplano dry season around 1 May – 30 Sep.