Climate Insights for Alto Calingasta

Calingasta, San Juan, Argentina

Hottest
January
26°C peak79°F peak
Coldest
July
-2°C low28°F low
Wettest
January
56 mm rain2.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alto Calingasta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 440 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 56 mm of rainfall. Alto Calingasta 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 -2°C. Snowfall occurs from April to October, with around 60cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Alto Calingasta is temperate. The average annual temperature is 53°F and approximately 17.3 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Alto Calingasta 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 28°F. Snowfall occurs from April to October, with around 23in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°FebMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 12°MarMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°AprMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°MayMax: 16°Average: 8°Min: 1°JunMax: 11°Average: 4°Min: -2°JulMax: 11°Average: 3°Min: -2°AugMax: 13°Average: 6°Min: 0°SepMax: 17°Average: 9°Min: 2°OctMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°NovMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°DecMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 11°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 79°FAverage: 66°FMin: 54°FFebMax: 78°FAverage: 65°FMin: 53°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 61°FMin: 48°FAprMax: 69°FAverage: 53°FMin: 41°FMayMax: 60°FAverage: 46°FMin: 35°FJunMax: 52°FAverage: 38°FMin: 29°FJulMax: 52°FAverage: 38°FMin: 28°FAugMax: 56°FAverage: 42°FMin: 31°FSepMax: 62°FAverage: 47°FMin: 35°FOctMax: 68°FAverage: 54°FMin: 41°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 47°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 51°F
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Temperatures in Alto Calingasta vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Alto Calingasta vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 79°F and the mean temperature sits around 66°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 38°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 6mmJunPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 16mmJulPrecipitation: 26mmSnow: 13mmAugPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 11mmSepPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 7mmOctPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 3mmNovPrecipitation: 27mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 2inJunPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 6inJulPrecipitation: 1inSnow (in): 5inAugPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 4inSepPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 3inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 1inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0in
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Alto Calingasta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 440 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 56 mm of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 26 mm. That's 30 mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to October, with around 60cm accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.Alto Calingasta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. October and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 in. That's 1.2 in less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to October, with around 23in accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 6in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 5km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 4mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Alto Calingasta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Alto Calingasta is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°66°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar16°61°F
Apr12°53°F
May8°46°F
Jun4°38°F
Jul3°38°F
Aug6°42°F
Sep9°47°F
Oct12°54°F
Nov16°61°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit Alto Calingasta is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 36 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Alto Calingasta is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 28°F. 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 Alto Calingasta 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto Calingasta based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). 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
12 °C54 °F
26 °C79 °F
6 km/h4 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
12 °C53 °F
26 °C78 °F
6 km/h4 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
9 °C48 °F
24 °C76 °F
6 km/h4 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
5 °C41 °F
20 °C69 °F
6 km/h4 mph
41 mm1.6 in
3 cm1 in
May
1 °C35 °F
16 °C60 °F
5 km/h3 mph
41 mm1.6 in
6 cm2 in
Jun
-2 °C29 °F
11 °C52 °F
6 km/h4 mph
44 mm1.7 in
16 cm6 in
Jul
-2 °C28 °F
11 °C52 °F
6 km/h4 mph
26 mm1 in
13 cm5 in
Aug
0 °C31 °F
13 °C56 °F
6 km/h4 mph
31 mm1.2 in
11 cm4 in
Sep
2 °C35 °F
17 °C62 °F
7 km/h4 mph
27 mm1.1 in
7 cm3 in
OctCurrent
5 °C41 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h4 mph
47 mm1.9 in
3 cm1 in
Nov
8 °C47 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
11 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h5 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in