Climate Insights for Alto de la Sierra
Rivadavia, Salta, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Alto de la Sierra is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 772 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 116 mm of rainfall. Alto de la Sierra 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 13°C.The climate in Alto de la Sierra is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 30.4 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 4.6 in of rainfall. Alto de la Sierra 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 56°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Alto de la Sierra vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 31°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 19°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.Temperatures in Alto de la Sierra vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 100°F and an average of 88°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 56°F and an average of 66°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Alto de la Sierra is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 772 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 7 mm. That's 109 mm less than March, 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.Alto de la Sierra is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.3 in. That's 4.3 in less than March, 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
Alto de la Sierra is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Alto de la Sierra is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alto de la Sierra is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 29 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 38°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Alto de la Sierra is during April, May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 100°F. 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 Alto de la Sierra 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alto de la Sierra 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. 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.