UCBSC Weather

Weather and Climate at UCBSC

The Universidad Católica Boliviana, Santa Cruz (UCBSC) is located in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, which experiences a tropical savanna climate. The city has:

• Temperature: Average highs of 30°C (86°F) in summer and lows around 20°C (68°F) in winter.
• Rainfall: Significant during the wet season from November to March, with an average of 1,300 mm annually.
• Extreme Weather: Occasional heavy storms and flooding during the wet season.

The climate impacts commuting by requiring adjustments during heavy rain, affects campus life with outdoor activities often planned around weather forecasts, and influences outdoor research which may be limited during the wet season.