Climate Insights for El Retiro

Departamento Tinogasta, Catamarca, Argentina

Hottest
January
25°C peak77°F peak
Coldest
July
-2°C low28°F low
Wettest
January
41 mm rain1.6 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in El Retiro is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 243 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 41 mm of rainfall. El Retiro 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 El Retiro is temperate. The average annual temperature is 55°F and approximately 9.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 1.6 in of rainfall. El Retiro 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 28°F. Light snow can occur between June and September.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 25°Average: 19°Min: 14°FebMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°MarMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°AprMax: 20°Average: 13°Min: 6°MayMax: 17°Average: 9°Min: 2°JunMax: 15°Average: 6°Min: -2°JulMax: 15°Average: 6°Min: -2°AugMax: 18°Average: 8°Min: 0°SepMax: 20°Average: 11°Min: 3°OctMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 6°NovMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 10°DecMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 12°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 77°FAverage: 66°FMin: 56°FFebMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FMarMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 51°FAprMax: 68°FAverage: 55°FMin: 43°FMayMax: 63°FAverage: 49°FMin: 36°FJunMax: 59°FAverage: 42°FMin: 28°FJulMax: 60°FAverage: 43°FMin: 28°FAugMax: 64°FAverage: 47°FMin: 31°FSepMax: 68°FAverage: 52°FMin: 37°FOctMax: 71°FAverage: 57°FMin: 43°FNovMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 50°FDecMax: 76°FAverage: 65°FMin: 54°F
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Temperatures in El Retiro vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 6°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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 El Retiro vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 66°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 43°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°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

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 33mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 31mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 19mmSnow: 1mmMayPrecipitation: 14mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 12mmSnow: 7mmJulPrecipitation: 8mmSnow: 5mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 10mmSnow: 2mmOctPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 3inJulPrecipitation: 0.3inSnow (in): 2inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0in
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Snow (in)

El Retiro is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 243 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 41 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 5 mm. That's 36 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 17cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 7cm.El Retiro is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 9.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.8 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 1.6 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 1.4 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 7in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 3in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6km/hFebWind Speed: 6km/hMarWind Speed: 6km/hAprWind Speed: 6km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 7km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 7km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 7km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 4mphFebWind Speed: 4mphMarWind Speed: 4mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 5mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 4mph
Wind Speed

El Retiro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 6km/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 Retiro is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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

Jan19°66°F
Feb18°64°F
Mar16°61°F
Apr13°55°F
May9°49°F
Jun6°42°F
Jul6°43°F
Aug8°47°F
Sep11°52°F
Oct14°57°F
Nov17°62°F
Dec18°65°F

The best time to visit El Retiro is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 30 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit El Retiro is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.2 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 28°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 El Retiro 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 Retiro 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
14 °C56 °F
25 °C77 °F
6 km/h4 mph
41 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
6 km/h4 mph
33 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
11 °C51 °F
22 °C72 °F
6 km/h4 mph
31 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
6 °C43 °F
20 °C68 °F
6 km/h4 mph
19 mm0.8 in
1 cm0 in
May
2 °C36 °F
17 °C63 °F
6 km/h4 mph
14 mm0.6 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
-2 °C28 °F
15 °C59 °F
7 km/h5 mph
12 mm0.5 in
7 cm3 in
Jul
-2 °C28 °F
15 °C60 °F
7 km/h5 mph
8 mm0.3 in
5 cm2 in
Aug
0 °C31 °F
18 °C64 °F
7 km/h5 mph
5 mm0.2 in
1 cm1 in
Sep
3 °C37 °F
20 °C68 °F
7 km/h5 mph
10 mm0.4 in
2 cm1 in
OctCurrent
6 °C43 °F
21 °C71 °F
7 km/h5 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
10 °C50 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
12 °C54 °F
24 °C76 °F
7 km/h4 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in