Beni Department weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Beni Department, Bolivia. Like most weather services, we show Beni Department at one spot: Riberalta, its largest city. At 7:15 PM local time it was cloudy and 26°C (78°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (1.6 mm total). Best months for weather: May–Jul.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 89%
- Chance of rain
- 38%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (1.6 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season May–JulOff season Oct–Mar
About Riberalta weather
Is it raining in Riberalta right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 26° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 4 PM (1.6 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Riberalta this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 32–35° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Riberalta lately?
In the past 7 days, Riberalta had 3 rainy days and 10.4 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Riberalta?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Beni Department weather by month
When is the best time to visit Beni Department?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Beni Department is May–Jul, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. Oct–Mar tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in May to 36°C (96°F) in September.
What is the rainiest month in Beni Department?
February is the wettest month, with about 275 mm (10.8 in) of rain on average. July is the driest, with about 16 mm (0.6 in).
What is the hottest month in Beni Department?
September is the warmest, with average highs of 36°C (96°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F). May is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F).
Does Beni Department have a rainy season?
Yes. Nov–Mar is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Jun–Aug is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Riberalta), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Beni Department
Weather can differ a lot within Beni Department: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riberalta | May–Jul | Nov–Mar | 28–36°C | 1,694 mm |
| Trinidad | May–Aug | Nov–Mar | 29–35°C | 1,875 mm |
| Guayaramerín | May–Jul | Nov–Mar | 28–36°C | 1,612 mm |
| San Borja | May–Sep | Nov–Apr | 27–33°C | 1,862 mm |