Climate Insights for Mar del Plata
Climate Overview
The climate in Mar del Plata is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 811 mm of precipitation falls per year. Mar del Plata receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mar del Plata 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Mar del Plata is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 31.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Mar del Plata receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mar del Plata 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 45°F.
Temperature
Mar del Plata sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 24°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Mar del Plata sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 45°F to 75°F. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°F and an average of 48°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Mar del Plata is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 811 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 90 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 47 mm. That's 43 mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Mar del Plata is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 31.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 1.9 in. That's 1.7 in less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Mar del Plata is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 19km/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.Mar del Plata is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 12mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 12mph, 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
The best time to visit Mar del Plata is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Mar del Plata is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mar del Plata 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 Mar del Plata 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.