Climate Insights for La Unión

Rivadavia, Salta, Argentina

Hottest
January
37°C peak99°F peak
Coldest
July
12°C low54°F low
Wettest
February
128 mm rain5 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in La Unión is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 710 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 128 mm of rainfall. La Unión 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, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 12°C.The climate in La Unión is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 28 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 5 in of rainfall. La Unión 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, November. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 54°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 37°Average: 31°Min: 25°FebMax: 35°Average: 29°Min: 24°MarMax: 33°Average: 27°Min: 23°AprMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 20°MayMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 16°JunMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 12°JulMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°AugMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 14°SepMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 18°OctMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 21°NovMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 22°DecMax: 36°Average: 30°Min: 24°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 99°FAverage: 88°FMin: 78°FFebMax: 96°FAverage: 85°FMin: 76°FMarMax: 91°FAverage: 81°FMin: 73°FAprMax: 84°FAverage: 75°FMin: 67°FMayMax: 77°FAverage: 68°FMin: 60°FJunMax: 74°FAverage: 63°FMin: 54°FJulMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAugMax: 84°FAverage: 69°FMin: 57°FSepMax: 90°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FOctMax: 93°FAverage: 81°FMin: 70°FNovMax: 96°FAverage: 84°FMin: 72°FDecMax: 98°FAverage: 86°FMin: 76°F
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Temperatures in La Unión vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 31°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°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 Unión vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 99°F and an average of 88°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 64°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 116mmFebPrecipitation: 128mmMarPrecipitation: 97mmAprPrecipitation: 66mmMayPrecipitation: 26mmJunPrecipitation: 13mmJulPrecipitation: 12mmAugPrecipitation: 11mmSepPrecipitation: 18mmOctPrecipitation: 49mmNovPrecipitation: 87mmDecPrecipitation: 89mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 4.6inFebPrecipitation: 5inMarPrecipitation: 3.8inAprPrecipitation: 2.6inMayPrecipitation: 1inJunPrecipitation: 0.5inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inAugPrecipitation: 0.4inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inNovPrecipitation: 3.4inDecPrecipitation: 3.5in
Precipitation

La Unión is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 710 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 59 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 128 mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 11 mm. That's 117 mm less than February, 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.La Unión is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 28 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 5 in of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.4 in. That's 4.6 in less than February, 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 10km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 6mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 7mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

La Unión is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.La Unión is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan31°88°F
Feb29°85°F
Mar27°81°F
Apr24°75°F
May20°68°F
Jun17°63°F
Jul18°64°F
Aug21°69°F
Sep25°76°F
Oct27°81°F
Nov29°84°F
Dec30°86°F

The best time to visit La Unión is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 24 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 37°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit La Unión is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 99°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 La Unión 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 La Unión 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C78 °F
37 °C99 °F
10 km/h7 mph
116 mm4.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
24 °C76 °F
35 °C96 °F
10 km/h6 mph
128 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
23 °C73 °F
33 °C91 °F
10 km/h6 mph
97 mm3.8 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
20 °C67 °F
29 °C84 °F
10 km/h6 mph
66 mm2.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
16 °C60 °F
25 °C77 °F
10 km/h6 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C54 °F
24 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
13 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
10 km/h6 mph
12 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
14 °C57 °F
29 °C84 °F
11 km/h7 mph
11 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
18 °C64 °F
32 °C90 °F
12 km/h7 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
21 °C70 °F
34 °C93 °F
13 km/h8 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
22 °C72 °F
36 °C96 °F
12 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
24 °C76 °F
36 °C98 °F
11 km/h7 mph
89 mm3.5 in
0 cm0 in