Climate Insights for Pilcaniyeu

Departamento Pilcaniyeu, Río Negro, Argentina

Hottest
January
24°C peak75°F peak
Coldest
July
-3°C low27°F low
Wettest
July
87 mm rain3.4 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Pilcaniyeu is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 537 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 87 mm of rainfall. Pilcaniyeu 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 -3°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 155cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Pilcaniyeu is cool. The average annual temperature is 47°F and approximately 21.1 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 3.4 in of rainfall. Pilcaniyeu 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 27°F. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 61in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 8°FebMax: 24°Average: 15°Min: 8°MarMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°AprMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 3°MayMax: 9°Average: 4°Min: 0°JunMax: 5°Average: 1°Min: -1°JulMax: 5°Average: 0°Min: -3°AugMax: 7°Average: 2°Min: -1°SepMax: 11°Average: 5°Min: 0°OctMax: 14°Average: 7°Min: 2°NovMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 5°DecMax: 22°Average: 14°Min: 6°
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FFebMax: 75°FAverage: 60°FMin: 46°FMarMax: 68°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FAprMax: 57°FAverage: 46°FMin: 37°FMayMax: 48°FAverage: 39°FMin: 33°FJunMax: 42°FAverage: 35°FMin: 29°FJulMax: 40°FAverage: 33°FMin: 27°FAugMax: 45°FAverage: 36°FMin: 30°FSepMax: 51°FAverage: 40°FMin: 32°FOctMax: 57°FAverage: 45°FMin: 35°FNovMax: 65°FAverage: 52°FMin: 40°FDecMax: 71°FAverage: 57°FMin: 44°F
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Temperatures in Pilcaniyeu vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 16°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pilcaniyeu vary considerably across the year, with a 48°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 75°F with a mean of 60°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 27°F and the daily average is 33°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 5mmMayPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 10mmJunPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 35mmJulPrecipitation: 87mmSnow: 56mmAugPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 27mmSepPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 13mmOctPrecipitation: 41mmSnow: 7mmNovPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 2mmDecPrecipitation: 20mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10in12in14in16in18in20in22inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 4inJunPrecipitation: 3.3inSnow (in): 14inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 22inAugPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 11inSepPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 5inOctPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 1.3inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0in
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Snow (in)

Pilcaniyeu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 537 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 87 mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 18 mm. That's 69 mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to November, with around 155cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 56cm.Pilcaniyeu is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 3.4 in of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.7 in. That's 2.7 in less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to November, with around 61in accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 22in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 10km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 9km/hJulWind Speed: 8km/hAugWind Speed: 10km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 11km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 6mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 5mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 6mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 7mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Pilcaniyeu is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 12km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Pilcaniyeu is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan16°60°F
Feb15°60°F
Mar12°54°F
Apr8°46°F
May4°39°F
Jun1°35°F
Jul0°33°F
Aug2°36°F
Sep5°40°F
Oct7°45°F
Nov11°52°F
Dec14°57°F

The best time to visit Pilcaniyeu is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 19 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Pilcaniyeu is during January and February, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.7 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 27°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 Pilcaniyeu 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pilcaniyeu 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
8 °C46 °F
24 °C75 °F
10 km/h6 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
5 °C42 °F
20 °C68 °F
10 km/h6 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
3 °C37 °F
14 °C57 °F
10 km/h6 mph
47 mm1.9 in
5 cm2 in
May
0 °C33 °F
9 °C48 °F
9 km/h5 mph
56 mm2.2 in
10 cm4 in
Jun
-1 °C29 °F
5 °C42 °F
9 km/h6 mph
85 mm3.3 in
35 cm14 in
Jul
-3 °C27 °F
5 °C40 °F
8 km/h5 mph
87 mm3.4 in
56 cm22 in
Aug
-1 °C30 °F
7 °C45 °F
10 km/h6 mph
64 mm2.5 in
27 cm11 in
Sep
0 °C32 °F
11 °C51 °F
10 km/h6 mph
44 mm1.8 in
13 cm5 in
OctCurrent
2 °C35 °F
14 °C57 °F
11 km/h7 mph
41 mm1.6 in
7 cm3 in
Nov
5 °C40 °F
18 °C65 °F
11 km/h7 mph
32 mm1.3 in
2 cm1 in
Dec
6 °C44 °F
22 °C71 °F
12 km/h7 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in