Climate Insights for Pilcaniyeu
Departamento Pilcaniyeu, Río Negro, Argentina
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
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
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
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
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.