Climate Insights for Capayán

Departamento de Capayán, Catamarca Province, Argentina

Hottest
January
29°C peak
Coldest
July
3°C low
Wettest
January
164mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Capayán is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 694mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 164mm of rainfall. Capayán is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, December, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between April and July.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 18° Feb Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 18° Mar Max: 25° Average: 20° Min: 15° Apr Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° May Max: 19° Average: 13° Min: 8° Jun Max: 17° Average: 9° Min: 4° Jul Max: 17° Average: 9° Min: 3° Aug Max: 21° Average: 12° Min: 6° Sep Max: 23° Average: 16° Min: 9° Oct Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Nov Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 16° Dec Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Capayán vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 164mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 118mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 77mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 3mm Jul Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 69mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 92mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Capayán is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 694mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 58mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 164mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 9mm. That's 156mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between April and July, totalling around 8cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Capayán is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

92 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Capayán, which began on June 21, 2026. Capayán is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 373mm across the season with a monthly average of 124mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 8 to 25°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 160mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 3 to 21°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 37mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 22°
Mar 20°
Apr 17°
May 13°
Jun
Jul
Aug 12°
Sep 16°
Oct 19°
Nov 21°
Dec 22°

The best time to visit Capayán is during March, April, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 58mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Capayán based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
18 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
164 mm
0 cm
Feb
18 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
118 mm
0 cm
Mar
15 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
77 mm
0 cm
Apr
13 °C
22 °C
1 km/h
55 mm
2 cm
May
8 °C
19 °C
1 km/h
29 mm
1 cm
Jun Current
4 °C
17 °C
1 km/h
19 mm
3 cm
Jul
3 °C
17 °C
1 km/h
10 mm
1 cm
Aug
6 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
20 mm
1 cm
Oct
13 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
34 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
69 mm
0 cm
Dec
17 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
92 mm
0 cm
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