El Niño / La Niña impact — currently El Niño conditions emerging
El Niño · active now
Drought in the Altiplano; flooding in the eastern lowlands.
La Niña
Wetter highlands; flooding risk in some basins.
7-day forecast — Bolivia
Open-MeteoSettled week ahead — highs near 19°, little rain (0mm total). No weather precautions needed.
Sun
Cloudy
16° / -2°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 18 km/h
Mon
Clear
16° / -2°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 7 km/h
Tue
Clear
17° / -1°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 8 km/h
Wed
Clear
17° / -0°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 8 km/h
Thu
Clear
18° / 0°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 9 km/h
Fri
Clear
19° / 1°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 8 km/h
Sat
Clear
19° / 2°
💧 0% · 0mm
🌬 6 km/h
7-day temperature outlook
AI weather ensemble · Bolivia
High confidence· why?
- Ensemble members strongly agree — the forecast range is tight.
Plan for the upper end of the range and follow official local authorities for confirmed warnings.
Model comparison — Bolivia
4 models · daily max °C| Model | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECMWF | 19 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 16 |
| GFS | — | — | — | — | — |
| ICON | 18 | 16 | 11 | 12 | 14 |
| GEM | 16 | 12 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Spread | ±4 | ±7 | ±9 | ±8 | ±8 |
Spread = warmest−coolest model mean per day. Small spread → models agree (higher confidence); large → genuine uncertainty.
Emergency resources
Bolivia · call now or find nearby
ACTIVE EVENTS — Bolivia (0)
No active events recorded in Bolivia right now.
How to prepare
Full guide ↗Mixed / variable hazards
This region can swing between flooding and drought depending on the phase and season.
Before
- Prepare for both wet and dry extremes; keep a general emergency kit ready.
- Follow your national meteorological agency for the current seasonal outlook.
During
- Act on the specific official warning issued for your area.
After
- Restock supplies and review your plan after each event.
Flooding
El Niño / La Niña can drive heavy rainfall, river and flash flooding, and landslides.
Before
- Know if you are in a flood-prone or low-lying area; plan a route to higher ground.
- Move valuables and electrics above expected flood level; prepare sandbags if available.
- Charge phones and keep your go-bag ready when heavy rain is forecast.
During
- Turn Around, Don’t Drown — never walk, swim or drive through flood water (15 cm can knock you down, 60 cm floats a car).
- Move to higher ground immediately if told to evacuate; avoid bridges over fast water.
- Stay away from downed power lines; assume water is contaminated.
After
- Return only when authorities say it is safe; watch for weakened structures.
- Do not use wet electrical devices; boil/treat water until declared safe.
- Document damage with photos for aid/insurance.
Drought & water scarcity
El Niño can bring prolonged dry spells, crop failure, water and energy stress, and wildfire conditions.
Before
- Store water and prioritise drinking/cooking use; fix leaks.
- Plant drought-tolerant crops; conserve soil moisture (mulching).
- Track official seasonal forecasts and water-restriction notices.
During
- Follow water-rationing rules; reuse greywater for plants where safe.
- Protect livestock with shade and water; reduce herd if advised.
- Watch for heat and wildfire risk that often accompany drought.
After
- Rebuild water stores before the next dry season.
- Assess soil and replant with resilient varieties.