Climate Insights for Alto Pelado

General Pedernera, San Luis, Argentina

Hottest
January
32°C peak90°F peak
Coldest
July
3°C low38°F low
Wettest
January
87 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, April
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alto Pelado is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 449 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 87 mm of rainfall. Alto Pelado 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 3°C.The climate in Alto Pelado is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 17.7 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. Alto Pelado 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 38°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 19°FebMax: 31°Average: 25°Min: 18°MarMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 16°AprMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°MayMax: 19°Average: 13°Min: 8°JunMax: 17°Average: 9°Min: 4°JulMax: 17°Average: 9°Min: 3°AugMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 6°SepMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°OctMax: 26°Average: 19°Min: 12°NovMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 15°DecMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FFebMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 71°FMin: 60°FAprMax: 75°FAverage: 63°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 67°FAverage: 55°FMin: 46°FJunMax: 62°FAverage: 49°FMin: 39°FJulMax: 62°FAverage: 49°FMin: 38°FAugMax: 69°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FDecMax: 89°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°F
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Temperatures in Alto Pelado vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°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 April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Alto Pelado vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 77°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 49°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 50mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 1mmJulPrecipitation: 6mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 9mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 17mmSnow: 0mmOctPrecipitation: 48mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 52mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.4inFebPrecipitation: 2.2inMarPrecipitation: 2inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.3inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inNovPrecipitation: 2.2inDecPrecipitation: 2in
Precipitation

Alto Pelado is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 449 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 87 mm of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 6 mm. That's 81 mm 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.Alto Pelado is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 3.2 in 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/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 10mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Alto Pelado is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 12km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Alto Pelado is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan25°77°F
Feb25°76°F
Mar21°71°F
Apr17°63°F
May13°55°F
Jun9°49°F
Jul9°49°F
Aug12°54°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct19°65°F
Nov22°72°F
Dec25°76°F

The best time to visit Alto Pelado is during February, March, April, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 45 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Alto Pelado is during February, March, April, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 90°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 38°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 Pelado 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 Pelado 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C66 °F
32 °C90 °F
15 km/h9 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
18 °C65 °F
31 °C88 °F
14 km/h9 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
16 °C60 °F
28 °C83 °F
14 km/h9 mph
50 mm2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
24 °C75 °F
13 km/h8 mph
41 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
8 °C46 °F
19 °C67 °F
12 km/h7 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
4 °C39 °F
17 °C62 °F
11 km/h7 mph
9 mm0.3 in
1 cm0 in
Jul
3 °C38 °F
17 °C62 °F
12 km/h7 mph
6 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
6 °C42 °F
20 °C69 °F
14 km/h8 mph
9 mm0.3 in
1 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
24 °C74 °F
15 km/h9 mph
17 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
26 °C79 °F
17 km/h11 mph
48 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
15 °C60 °F
29 °C85 °F
17 km/h10 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
18 °C64 °F
32 °C89 °F
16 km/h10 mph
52 mm2 in
0 cm0 in