Climate Overview
The climate in Pico Truncado is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 194mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 24mm of rainfall. Pico Truncado 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. Light snow can occur between June and September.
Temperature
Temperatures in Pico Truncado vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Pico Truncado is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 194mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 16mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 24mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 8mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between June and September, totalling around 13cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.
Wind
Pico Truncado is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 30km/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 34km/h, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 25km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 9km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 27km/h in winter, 32km/h in spring, 33km/h in summer, 28km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Pico Truncado, which began on March 20, 2026. Pico Truncado 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 2°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 5 to 22°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 39mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 32km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 26°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 42mm for the entire season. Winds are strong, averaging 33km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 4 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 57mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Winds are strong, averaging 28km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 2 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 56mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are strong, averaging 27km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Pico Truncado is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pico Truncado 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.