Climate Insights for Los Chañares

Departamento San Antonio, Río Negro, Argentina

Hottest
January
31°C peak88°F peak
Coldest
July
2°C low36°F low
Wettest
April
30 mm rain1.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Los Chañares is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 269 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 30 mm of rainfall. Los Chañares 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 2°C.The climate in Los Chañares is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 10.6 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 1.2 in of rainfall. Los Chañares 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 36°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 18°FebMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 17°MarMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 14°AprMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°MayMax: 16°Average: 10°Min: 6°JunMax: 13°Average: 8°Min: 3°JulMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 2°AugMax: 16°Average: 9°Min: 4°SepMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 6°OctMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 10°NovMax: 27°Average: 20°Min: 13°DecMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 16°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 88°FAverage: 76°FMin: 64°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FMarMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 57°FAprMax: 71°FAverage: 59°FMin: 50°FMayMax: 61°FAverage: 51°FMin: 42°FJunMax: 56°FAverage: 46°FMin: 38°FJulMax: 55°FAverage: 44°FMin: 36°FAugMax: 61°FAverage: 49°FMin: 40°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 44°FOctMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 68°FMin: 56°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 73°FMin: 60°F
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Temperatures in Los Chañares vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 7°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Los Chañares vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 88°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 36°F and an average of 44°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 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 22mmFebPrecipitation: 26mmMarPrecipitation: 27mmAprPrecipitation: 30mmMayPrecipitation: 23mmJunPrecipitation: 22mmJulPrecipitation: 21mmAugPrecipitation: 14mmSepPrecipitation: 19mmOctPrecipitation: 20mmNovPrecipitation: 29mmDecPrecipitation: 16mm
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0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inFebPrecipitation: 1inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inAprPrecipitation: 1.2inMayPrecipitation: 0.9inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inJulPrecipitation: 0.8inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inOctPrecipitation: 0.8inNovPrecipitation: 1.1inDecPrecipitation: 0.6in
Precipitation

Los Chañares is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 269 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 22 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 30 mm of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 14 mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Los Chañares is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.9 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 1.2 in of rainfall. November and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.6 in. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 16km/hAprWind Speed: 16km/hMayWind Speed: 14km/hJunWind Speed: 16km/hJulWind Speed: 15km/hAugWind Speed: 16km/hSepWind Speed: 16km/hOctWind Speed: 17km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 10mphAprWind Speed: 10mphMayWind Speed: 9mphJunWind Speed: 10mphJulWind Speed: 9mphAugWind Speed: 10mphSepWind Speed: 10mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Los Chañares is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 14km/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.Los Chañares is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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

Jan24°76°F
Feb23°73°F
Mar20°68°F
Apr15°59°F
May10°51°F
Jun8°46°F
Jul7°44°F
Aug9°49°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct16°61°F
Nov20°68°F
Dec23°73°F

The best time to visit Los Chañares is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 24 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Los Chañares is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 36°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 Los Chañares 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 Los Chañares 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
18 °C64 °F
31 °C88 °F
17 km/h11 mph
22 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
17 °C62 °F
30 °C86 °F
16 km/h10 mph
26 mm1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
14 °C57 °F
26 °C80 °F
16 km/h10 mph
27 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C50 °F
21 °C71 °F
16 km/h10 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
May
6 °C42 °F
16 °C61 °F
14 km/h9 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
3 °C38 °F
13 °C56 °F
16 km/h10 mph
22 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
2 °C36 °F
13 °C55 °F
15 km/h9 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
4 °C40 °F
16 °C61 °F
16 km/h10 mph
14 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
6 °C44 °F
19 °C66 °F
16 km/h10 mph
19 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
10 °C49 °F
22 °C72 °F
17 km/h11 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C56 °F
27 °C80 °F
18 km/h11 mph
29 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
16 °C60 °F
29 °C85 °F
18 km/h11 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in