Climate Insights for Pituil
Departamento Famatina, La Rioja, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Pituil is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 813 mm of precipitation falls per year. Pituil receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pituil 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 5°C. Light snow can occur between April and September.The climate in Pituil is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 32 in of precipitation falls per year. Pituil receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Pituil 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, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 41°F. Light snow can occur between April and September.
Temperature
Temperatures in Pituil vary considerably across the year, with a 23°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Pituil vary considerably across the year, with a 41°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 50°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 20°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Pituil is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 813 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 68 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 32 mm. That's 84 mm less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between April and September, totalling around 17cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 10cm.Pituil is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 32 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.7 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.3 in. That's 3.3 in less than January, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between April and September, totalling around 7in annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 4in.
Wind
Pituil is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Pituil is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Pituil is during March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Pituil is during March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 82°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 41°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Pituil 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 Pituil 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.