Climate Insights for Plaza Huincul

Departamento de Confluencia, Neuquén Province, Argentina

Hottest
January
31°C peak
Coldest
July
0°C low
Wettest
July
34mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Plaza Huincul is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 228mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 34mm of rainfall. Plaza Huincul 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 0°C. Light snow can occur between June and August.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 23° Min: 15° Feb Max: 30° Average: 22° Min: 14° Mar Max: 27° Average: 19° Min: 11° Apr Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 7° May Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 3° Jun Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 1° Jul Max: 11° Average: 5° Min: 0° Aug Max: 14° Average: 7° Min: 2° Sep Max: 18° Average: 11° Min: 4° Oct Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 7° Nov Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 11° Dec Max: 29° Average: 21° Min: 13°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Plaza Huincul vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 29mm Snow: 5mm Jul Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 7mm Aug Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 4mm Sep Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Plaza Huincul is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 228mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 19mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 34mm of rainfall. June and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 6mm. That's 27mm less than July, 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and August, totalling around 17cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 7cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h 25km/h 30km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 26km/h Feb Wind Speed: 23km/h Mar Wind Speed: 22km/h Apr Wind Speed: 20km/h May Wind Speed: 17km/h Jun Wind Speed: 18km/h Jul Wind Speed: 17km/h Aug Wind Speed: 20km/h Sep Wind Speed: 22km/h Oct Wind Speed: 25km/h Nov Wind Speed: 25km/h Dec Wind Speed: 27km/h
Wind Speed

Plaza Huincul is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 17km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 10km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 18km/h in winter, 24km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 20km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Plaza Huincul, which began on March 20, 2026. Plaza Huincul 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 0°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 4 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 31°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 50mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 3 to 27°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 43mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 0 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 84mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 16cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 23°
Feb 22°
Mar 19°
Apr 14°
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep 11°
Oct 14°
Nov 18°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Plaza Huincul is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 15mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°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 Plaza Huincul 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
15 °C
31 °C
26 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
30 °C
23 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
11 °C
27 °C
22 km/h
6 mm
0 cm
Apr
7 °C
21 °C
20 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
May
3 °C
15 °C
17 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Jun
1 °C
11 °C
18 km/h
29 mm
5 cm
Jul
0 °C
11 °C
17 km/h
34 mm
7 cm
Aug
2 °C
14 °C
20 km/h
21 mm
4 cm
Sep
4 °C
18 °C
22 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
21 °C
25 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Nov
11 °C
26 °C
25 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
29 °C
27 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
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