Climate Insights for Mascasín
Departamento Rosario Vera Peñaloza, La Rioja, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Mascasín is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 285 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 89 mm of rainfall. Mascasín 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, January, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.The climate in Mascasín is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 11.2 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 3.5 in of rainfall. Mascasín 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, January, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 40°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Mascasín vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. December is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 Mascasín vary considerably across the year, with a 56°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. December is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 83°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 40°F and an average of 51°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°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
Mascasín is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 285 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 24 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 89 mm of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2 mm. That's 87 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.Mascasín is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 11.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.9 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 3.5 in of rainfall. March and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.1 in. That's 3.4 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.
Wind
Mascasín 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 November, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Mascasín is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Mascasín is during March, April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 19 mm per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Mascasín is during March, April, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, December can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 96°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 40°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 Mascasín 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 Mascasín 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.