Climate Insights for Alta Gracia

Departamento de Santa María, Córdoba Province, Argentina

Hottest
December
17°C peak
Coldest
December
9°C low
Wettest
June
33mm rain
Best to Visit
May, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alta Gracia is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 229mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Alta Gracia 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: December, May, January. The coldest months are December, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 17° Average: 14° Min: 13° Feb Max: 14° Average: 12° Min: 11° Mar Max: 15° Average: 13° Min: 11° Apr Max: 16° Average: 14° Min: 11° May Max: 17° Average: 15° Min: 14° Jun Max: 16° Average: 14° Min: 13° Jul Max: 16° Average: 16° Min: 15° Aug Max: 16° Average: 16° Min: 15° Sep Max: 17° Average: 16° Min: 15° Oct Max: 15° Average: 14° Min: 14° Nov Max: 14° Average: 14° Min: 14° Dec Max: 17° Average: 13° Min: 9°
Max
Average
Min

Alta Gracia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 13°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 13°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 33mm Feb Precipitation: 5mm Mar Precipitation: 33mm Apr Precipitation: 33mm May Precipitation: 33mm Jun Precipitation: 33mm Jul Precipitation: 17mm Aug Precipitation: 6mm Sep Precipitation: 6mm Oct Precipitation: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 27mm
Precipitation

Alta Gracia is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 229mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 33mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 0mm. That's 32mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 6km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 10km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 4km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 3km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Alta Gracia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 8km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 5km/h in winter, 6km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

16 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Alta Gracia, which began on June 21, 2026. Alta Gracia 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 December at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 9°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 17°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 10mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 9 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 64mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 13 to 16°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 56mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 14°
Feb 12°
Mar 13°
Apr 14°
May 15°
Jun 14°
Jul 16°
Aug 16°
Sep 16°
Oct 14°
Nov 14°
Dec 13°

The best time to visit Alta Gracia is during May, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 16mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 17°C, while December is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alta Gracia 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
13 °C
17 °C
9 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Feb
11 °C
14 °C
6 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Mar
11 °C
15 °C
8 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Apr
11 °C
16 °C
10 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
17 °C
10 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jun
13 °C
16 °C
6 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Jul
15 °C
16 °C
6 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Aug
15 °C
16 °C
4 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
15 °C
17 °C
3 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Oct
14 °C
15 °C
3 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
14 °C
11 km/h
4 mm
0 cm
Dec
9 °C
17 °C
8 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Airpult

Get accurate weather forecasts worldwide with real-time updates and severe weather alerts. Covering 6M+ locations with precise, reliable weather data.

© 2026 Samuenti GmbH. All rights reserved.

gb English
Metric (°C, km/h)