Climate Insights for Balde de la Punta

Departamento Capayán, Catamarca, Argentina

Hottest
January
36°C peak96°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
March
82 mm rain3.2 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Balde de la Punta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 456 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 82 mm of rainfall. Balde de la Punta 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 7°C.The climate in Balde de la Punta is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 17.9 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.2 in of rainfall. Balde de la Punta 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 45°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 24°FebMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 23°MarMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°AprMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 17°MayMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 12°JunMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 8°JulMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 7°AugMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 10°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°OctMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 18°NovMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 21°DecMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 23°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 96°FAverage: 85°FMin: 75°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 83°FMin: 74°FMarMax: 89°FAverage: 78°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 63°FMayMax: 73°FAverage: 62°FMin: 54°FJunMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 46°FJulMax: 69°FAverage: 56°FMin: 45°FAugMax: 77°FAverage: 63°FMin: 50°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 58°FOctMax: 87°FAverage: 75°FMin: 64°FNovMax: 92°FAverage: 80°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 95°FAverage: 83°FMin: 73°F
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Temperatures in Balde de la Punta vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 13°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Balde de la Punta vary considerably across the year, with a 51°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 85°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 56°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 8°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 75mmFebPrecipitation: 54mmMarPrecipitation: 82mmAprPrecipitation: 34mmMayPrecipitation: 19mmJunPrecipitation: 8mmJulPrecipitation: 5mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSepPrecipitation: 14mmOctPrecipitation: 38mmNovPrecipitation: 56mmDecPrecipitation: 66mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.9inFebPrecipitation: 2.1inMarPrecipitation: 3.2inAprPrecipitation: 1.3inMayPrecipitation: 0.8inJunPrecipitation: 0.3inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.6inOctPrecipitation: 1.5inNovPrecipitation: 2.2inDecPrecipitation: 2.6in
Precipitation

Balde de la Punta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 456 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 82 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5 mm. That's 77 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.Balde de la Punta is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.2 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 15km/hFebWind Speed: 14km/hMarWind Speed: 14km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 17km/hDecWind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9mphFebWind Speed: 9mphMarWind Speed: 9mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 10mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 10mph
Wind Speed

Balde de la Punta 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 November, 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.Balde de la Punta 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 November, 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 7mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 9mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan29°85°F
Feb28°83°F
Mar26°78°F
Apr21°70°F
May17°62°F
Jun13°56°F
Jul13°56°F
Aug17°63°F
Sep21°70°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec29°83°F

The best time to visit Balde de la Punta is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 22 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 7°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Balde de la Punta is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 96°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 45°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 Balde de la Punta 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 Balde de la Punta 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
24 °C75 °F
36 °C96 °F
15 km/h9 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C74 °F
35 °C94 °F
14 km/h9 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
32 °C89 °F
14 km/h9 mph
82 mm3.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
17 °C63 °F
27 °C81 °F
13 km/h8 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
May
12 °C54 °F
23 °C73 °F
11 km/h7 mph
19 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C46 °F
20 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
8 mm0.3 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C45 °F
21 °C69 °F
11 km/h7 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
10 °C50 °F
25 °C77 °F
13 km/h8 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C58 °F
28 °C83 °F
15 km/h9 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
18 °C64 °F
31 °C87 °F
17 km/h10 mph
38 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C69 °F
33 °C92 °F
17 km/h11 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
23 °C73 °F
35 °C95 °F
16 km/h10 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in