Climate Insights for La Cienaga Redonda
Departamento Antofagasta de la Sierra, Catamarca, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in La Cienaga Redonda is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 450 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 139 mm of rainfall. La Cienaga Redonda 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: December, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -8°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 74cm accumulating over the season.The climate in La Cienaga Redonda is cool. The average annual temperature is 38°F and approximately 17.7 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.5 in of rainfall. La Cienaga Redonda 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: December, November, January. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 18°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 29in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in La Cienaga Redonda vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 8°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -8°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in La Cienaga Redonda vary considerably across the year, with a 41°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. December is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 59°F with a mean of 46°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 18°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 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
La Cienaga Redonda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 450 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 37 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 139 mm of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2 mm. That's 138 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 74cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 14cm.La Cienaga Redonda is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 17.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.5 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.5 in of rainfall. February and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0.1 in. That's 5.4 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 29in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 6in.
Wind
La Cienaga Redonda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.La Cienaga Redonda 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 September, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 5mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for La Cienaga Redonda 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 La Cienaga Redonda 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.