Climate Insights for General Alvear Airport

Departamento de General Alvear, Mendoza Province, Argentina

Hottest
January
34°C peak
Coldest
July
4°C low
Wettest
October
76mm rain
Best to Visit
March, April, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in General Alvear Airport is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 421mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 76mm of rainfall. General Alvear Airport 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, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 20° Feb Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 20° Mar Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 16° Apr Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 12° May Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 9° Jun Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 4° Jul Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 4° Aug Max: 20° Average: 12° Min: 6° Sep Max: 23° Average: 15° Min: 9° Oct Max: 25° Average: 18° Min: 12° Nov Max: 30° Average: 23° Min: 16° Dec Max: 34° Average: 26° Min: 19°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in General Alvear Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 54mm Feb Precipitation: 44mm Mar Precipitation: 31mm Apr Precipitation: 35mm May Precipitation: 50mm Jun Precipitation: 16mm Jul Precipitation: 17mm Aug Precipitation: 6mm Sep Precipitation: 21mm Oct Precipitation: 76mm Nov Precipitation: 43mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm
Precipitation

General Alvear Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 421mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 76mm of rainfall. January and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 6mm. That's 70mm less than October, 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 4km/h Jul Wind Speed: 4km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 4km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 5km/h
Wind Speed

General Alvear Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

84 days until Spring

It is currently winter in General Alvear Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. General Alvear Airport 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 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 4°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 140mm over the season and a monthly average of 47mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 34°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 125mm over the season and a monthly average of 42mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 9 to 30°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 4 to 20°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 27°
Feb 26°
Mar 22°
Apr 17°
May 13°
Jun
Jul
Aug 12°
Sep 15°
Oct 18°
Nov 23°
Dec 26°

The best time to visit General Alvear Airport is during March, April, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 41mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°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 General Alvear Airport 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. 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
20 °C
34 °C
4 km/h
54 mm
0 cm
Feb
20 °C
33 °C
4 km/h
44 mm
0 cm
Mar
16 °C
30 °C
4 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Apr
12 °C
24 °C
4 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
May
9 °C
18 °C
4 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
Jun
4 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
4 °C
15 °C
4 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Aug
6 °C
20 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
23 °C
4 km/h
21 mm
0 cm
Oct
12 °C
25 °C
4 km/h
76 mm
0 cm
Nov
16 °C
30 °C
5 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Dec
19 °C
34 °C
5 km/h
28 mm
0 cm
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