Climate Insights for Las Ovejas

Departamento de Minas, Neuquén Province, Argentina

Hottest
January
24°C peak
Coldest
July
-4°C low
Wettest
June
202mm rain
Best to Visit
January
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Las Ovejas is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 864mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 202mm of rainfall. Las Ovejas 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 -4°C. Las Ovejas experiences heavy snowfall, typically from April through November.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 24° Average: 15° Min: 6° Feb Max: 24° Average: 15° Min: 6° Mar Max: 21° Average: 12° Min: 4° Apr Max: 15° Average: 7° Min: 1° May Max: 9° Average: 2° Min: -2° Jun Max: 4° Average: 0° Min: -4° Jul Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -4° Aug Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -3° Sep Max: 8° Average: 2° Min: -2° Oct Max: 12° Average: 5° Min: -1° Nov Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 2° Dec Max: 22° Average: 13° Min: 4°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Las Ovejas vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 15°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -1°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 62mm Snow: 15mm May Precipitation: 86mm Snow: 28mm Jun Precipitation: 202mm Snow: 90mm Jul Precipitation: 130mm Snow: 79mm Aug Precipitation: 155mm Snow: 86mm Sep Precipitation: 85mm Snow: 43mm Oct Precipitation: 55mm Snow: 21mm Nov Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 6mm Dec Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 1mm
Precipitation
Snow

Las Ovejas is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 864mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 202mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 13mm. That's 189mm 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. Las Ovejas receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 370cm annually from April through November. The snowiest month is June, with approximately 90cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 16km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 14km/h May Wind Speed: 12km/h Jun Wind Speed: 13km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 16km/h Dec Wind Speed: 16km/h
Wind Speed

Las Ovejas is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 12km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Las Ovejas, which began on March 20, 2026. Las Ovejas is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 24°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 168mm for the season, averaging 56mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 4 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 49mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 161mm for the season, averaging 54mm per month. Expect around 44cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -4 to 5°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 487mm across the season with a monthly average of 162mm. Expect around 254cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 15°
Feb 15°
Mar 12°
Apr
May
Jun
Jul -1°
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov 10°
Dec 13°

The best time to visit Las Ovejas is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 17mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. 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 Las Ovejas 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C
24 °C
16 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Feb
6 °C
24 °C
15 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
4 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
13 mm
1 cm
Apr
1 °C
15 °C
14 km/h
62 mm
15 cm
May
-2 °C
9 °C
12 km/h
86 mm
28 cm
Jun
-4 °C
4 °C
13 km/h
202 mm
90 cm
Jul
-4 °C
4 °C
12 km/h
130 mm
79 cm
Aug
-3 °C
5 °C
13 km/h
155 mm
86 cm
Sep
-2 °C
8 °C
12 km/h
85 mm
43 cm
Oct
-1 °C
12 °C
14 km/h
55 mm
21 cm
Nov
2 °C
17 °C
16 km/h
28 mm
6 cm
Dec
4 °C
22 °C
16 km/h
18 mm
1 cm
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