Climate Insights for Pichanal
Orán, Salta, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Pichanal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 1,005 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 175 mm of rainfall. Pichanal 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, November, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 11°C.The climate in Pichanal is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 39.6 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 6.9 in of rainfall. Pichanal 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, November, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 51°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Pichanal vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 11°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pichanal vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 51°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between August and September, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Pichanal is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,005 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 84 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 175 mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 6 mm. That's 169 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.Pichanal is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 39.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 6.9 in of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.2 in. That's 6.7 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
Pichanal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Pichanal is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Pichanal is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 27 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 35°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Pichanal is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 95°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 Pichanal 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 Pichanal 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.