Climate Insights for Vicuña

The climate in Vicuña is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 286mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 56mm of rainfall. Vicuña 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, February, December. The coldest months are June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from April to October, with around 88cm accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Vicuña vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is June, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Vicuña is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 286mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 24mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 56mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 10mm. That's 46mm less than June, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to October, with around 88cm accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 32cm.

Vicuña is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 1km/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.

It is currently winter in Vicuña, which began on June 21, 2026. Vicuña 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 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -2°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

The best time to visit Vicuña is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 18mm per month. By contrast, June can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vicuña 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.