Climate Insights for Barrancas

Departamento Pehuenches, Neuquén, Argentina

Hottest
January
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
July
-7°C low19°F low
Wettest
June
90 mm rain3.5 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Barrancas is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 517 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 90 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, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -7°C. Barrancas experiences heavy snowfall, typically from March through November.The climate in Barrancas is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 20.3 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 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, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 19°F. Barrancas experiences heavy snowfall, typically from March through November.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°FebMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 7°MarMax: 21°Average: 12°Min: 4°AprMax: 15°Average: 7°Min: 1°MayMax: 9°Average: 2°Min: -3°JunMax: 3°Average: -2°Min: -6°JulMax: 3°Average: -3°Min: -7°AugMax: 5°Average: -1°Min: -6°SepMax: 8°Average: 1°Min: -4°OctMax: 12°Average: 6°Min: 0°NovMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 3°DecMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 6°
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Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 75°FAverage: 61°FMin: 46°FFebMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 45°FMarMax: 70°FAverage: 54°FMin: 40°FAprMax: 59°FAverage: 45°FMin: 34°FMayMax: 47°FAverage: 35°FMin: 26°FJunMax: 37°FAverage: 28°FMin: 21°FJulMax: 37°FAverage: 27°FMin: 19°FAugMax: 40°FAverage: 30°FMin: 22°FSepMax: 46°FAverage: 35°FMin: 25°FOctMax: 54°FAverage: 42°FMin: 31°FNovMax: 65°FAverage: 52°FMin: 38°FDecMax: 71°FAverage: 57°FMin: 42°F
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Temperatures in Barrancas vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -7°C and the daily average is -3°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 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Barrancas vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 61°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 19°F and the daily average is 27°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 10°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 3mmAprPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 13mmMayPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 25mmJunPrecipitation: 90mmSnow: 69mmJulPrecipitation: 46mmSnow: 43mmAugPrecipitation: 67mmSnow: 60mmSepPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 30mmOctPrecipitation: 36mmSnow: 18mmNovPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 3mmDecPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22in24in26inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 1inAprPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 5inMayPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 10inJunPrecipitation: 3.5inSnow (in): 27inJulPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 17inAugPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 24inSepPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 12inOctPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 7inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0in
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Snow (in)

Barrancas is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 517 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 90 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 19 mm. That's 70 mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Barrancas receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 264cm annually from March through November. The snowiest month is June, with approximately 69cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.Barrancas is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0.7 in. That's 2.8 in less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Barrancas receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 104in annually from March through November. The snowiest month is June, with approximately 27in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 8km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 9km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Barrancas 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 June, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Barrancas 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 June, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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

Jan16°61°F
Feb15°59°F
Mar12°54°F
Apr7°45°F
May2°35°F
Jun-2°28°F
Jul-3°27°F
Aug-1°30°F
Sep1°35°F
Oct6°42°F
Nov11°52°F
Dec14°57°F

The best time to visit Barrancas is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 37 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -7°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 January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 19°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. 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 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. 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
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
8 km/h5 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
7 °C45 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
4 °C40 °F
21 °C70 °F
8 km/h5 mph
19 mm0.8 in
3 cm1 in
Apr
1 °C34 °F
15 °C59 °F
8 km/h5 mph
44 mm1.7 in
13 cm5 in
May
-3 °C26 °F
9 °C47 °F
8 km/h5 mph
45 mm1.8 in
25 cm10 in
Jun
-6 °C21 °F
3 °C37 °F
9 km/h6 mph
90 mm3.5 in
69 cm27 in
Jul
-7 °C19 °F
3 °C37 °F
9 km/h5 mph
46 mm1.8 in
43 cm17 in
Aug
-6 °C22 °F
5 °C40 °F
8 km/h5 mph
67 mm2.6 in
60 cm24 in
Sep
-4 °C25 °F
8 °C46 °F
8 km/h5 mph
37 mm1.5 in
30 cm12 in
OctCurrent
0 °C31 °F
12 °C54 °F
9 km/h5 mph
36 mm1.4 in
18 cm7 in
Nov
3 °C38 °F
18 °C65 °F
9 km/h5 mph
28 mm1.1 in
3 cm1 in
Dec
6 °C42 °F
22 °C71 °F
9 km/h5 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in