Climate Insights for Barrancas
Departamento Salavina, Santiago del Estero, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Barrancas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 629 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 114 mm of rainfall. Barrancas 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 9°C.The climate in Barrancas is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 72°F and approximately 24.8 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 4.5 in of rainfall. Barrancas 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 48°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Barrancas vary considerably across the year, with a 26°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 14°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Barrancas vary considerably across the year, with a 47°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 48°F and an average of 58°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Barrancas is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 629 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 114 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 8 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.Barrancas is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.5 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.3 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.
Wind
Barrancas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Barrancas is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 10mph, 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. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Barrancas 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 32 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Barrancas 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 1.3 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 48°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 Barrancas 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 Barrancas 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.