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Salar de Uyuni

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Salar de Uyuni

Potosí, Bolivia
Best timeMay–Nov
Set inPotosí, Bolivia
In season~57°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

23–70°F
Nearest airportUYU
CurrencyBOB
LanguageSpanish
TimezoneUTC-04:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

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Map showing the location of Salar de Uyuni
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Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Apr–Oct. Go in Nov for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 84%
WarmestNov · 70°F
WettestJan
Best windowMay–Nov
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The world's largest salt flat, a mirror after rain and a blinding white sea when dry.

Best time to visit

Aim for May–Nov, the 7 months that line up best.

On foot

The classic way in is the Salt-flat & Isla Incahuasi. Nearest airport is UYU.

Route details →

Pairs well with

Atacama Desert (stargazing)
197 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Salar de Uyuni?

The best time to visit Salar de Uyuni is May–November, in Potosí, Bolivia.

Where is Salar de Uyuni?

Salar de Uyuni is in Potosí, Bolivia. The nearest major airport is UYU.

What is Salar de Uyuni known for?

The world's largest salt flat, a mirror after rain and a blinding white sea when dry.

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