Climate Insights for El Cholar
Departamento Ñorquín, Neuquén, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in El Cholar is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 788 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 184 mm of rainfall. El Cholar 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 -5°C. El Cholar experiences heavy snowfall, typically from March through November.The climate in El Cholar is cool. The average annual temperature is 45°F and approximately 31 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 7.2 in of rainfall. El Cholar 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 23°F. El Cholar experiences heavy snowfall, typically from March through November.
Temperature
Temperatures in El Cholar vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 16°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 El Cholar vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 60°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 30°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°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
El Cholar is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 788 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 66 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 184 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 168 mm less than June, 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. El Cholar receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 414cm annually from March through November. The snowiest month is June, with approximately 109cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.El Cholar is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 31 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.6 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 7.2 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 6.6 in less than June, 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. El Cholar receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 163in annually from March through November. The snowiest month is June, with approximately 43in. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
El Cholar is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.El Cholar is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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
The best time to visit El Cholar is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 20 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit El Cholar is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 El Cholar 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 El Cholar 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.