Climate Insights for Balcarce

Chacabuco, San Luis, Argentina

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
2°C low35°F low
Wettest
January
116 mm rain4.6 in rain
Best to Visit
February, March, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Balcarce is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 639 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 116 mm of rainfall. Balcarce 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. Light snow can occur between June and September.The climate in Balcarce is temperate. The average annual temperature is 58°F and approximately 25.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.6 in of rainfall. Balcarce 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 35°F. Light snow can occur between June and September.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°FebMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°MarMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°AprMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 10°MayMax: 17°Average: 10°Min: 6°JunMax: 14°Average: 7°Min: 2°JulMax: 14°Average: 7°Min: 2°AugMax: 17°Average: 10°Min: 4°SepMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 6°OctMax: 22°Average: 15°Min: 9°NovMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°DecMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 14°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 68°FMin: 59°FMarMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 56°FAprMax: 69°FAverage: 58°FMin: 49°FMayMax: 62°FAverage: 51°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 57°FAverage: 45°FMin: 36°FJulMax: 57°FAverage: 44°FMin: 35°FAugMax: 63°FAverage: 49°FMin: 39°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 59°FMin: 48°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°FDecMax: 80°FAverage: 69°FMin: 58°F
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Temperatures in Balcarce vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 7°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 Balcarce vary considerably across the year, with a 46°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 35°F and an average of 44°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 116mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 92mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 80mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 0mmAugPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 0mmSepPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 95mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 78mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 3.6inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 2inJulPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 0inSepPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 3.7inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 3.1inSnow (in): 0in
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Balcarce is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 639 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 10 mm. That's 106 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 7cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.Balcarce is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 25.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. November and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.4 in. That's 4.2 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 3in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 2in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7km/hFebWind Speed: 7km/hMarWind Speed: 7km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Balcarce is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Balcarce is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan21°70°F
Feb20°68°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr14°58°F
May10°51°F
Jun7°45°F
Jul7°44°F
Aug10°49°F
Sep13°55°F
Oct15°59°F
Nov18°65°F
Dec20°69°F

The best time to visit Balcarce is during February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 2°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Balcarce is during February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 81°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 35°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Balcarce 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 Balcarce 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
16 °C60 °F
27 °C81 °F
7 km/h4 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C59 °F
26 °C79 °F
7 km/h4 mph
92 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C56 °F
24 °C75 °F
7 km/h4 mph
80 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C49 °F
20 °C69 °F
7 km/h4 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
6 °C42 °F
17 °C62 °F
7 km/h4 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
2 °C36 °F
14 °C57 °F
7 km/h4 mph
16 mm0.6 in
4 cm2 in
Jul
2 °C35 °F
14 °C57 °F
7 km/h5 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
4 °C39 °F
17 °C63 °F
8 km/h5 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C43 °F
20 °C68 °F
8 km/h5 mph
23 mm0.9 in
2 cm1 in
OctCurrent
9 °C48 °F
22 °C72 °F
9 km/h5 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
12 °C54 °F
25 °C77 °F
9 km/h5 mph
95 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C58 °F
27 °C80 °F
8 km/h5 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in