Climate Insights for Potrerillo

Departamento Libertador General San Martín, San Luis, Argentina

Hottest
January
26°C peak78°F peak
Coldest
July
3°C low37°F low
Wettest
January
198 mm rain7.8 in rain
Best to Visit
March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Potrerillo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 953 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 198 mm of rainfall. Potrerillo 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 3°C. Light snow can occur between May and September.The climate in Potrerillo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 37.5 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 7.8 in of rainfall. Potrerillo 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 37°F. Light snow can occur between May and September.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 16°FebMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 15°MarMax: 23°Average: 17°Min: 13°AprMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 10°MayMax: 15°Average: 10°Min: 6°JunMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 3°JulMax: 13°Average: 7°Min: 3°AugMax: 16°Average: 9°Min: 5°SepMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 7°OctMax: 21°Average: 15°Min: 10°NovMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 13°DecMax: 26°Average: 20°Min: 15°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 78°FAverage: 69°FMin: 61°FFebMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 59°FMarMax: 73°FAverage: 63°FMin: 56°FAprMax: 66°FAverage: 57°FMin: 50°FMayMax: 60°FAverage: 50°FMin: 43°FJunMax: 55°FAverage: 45°FMin: 38°FJulMax: 55°FAverage: 45°FMin: 37°FAugMax: 61°FAverage: 49°FMin: 40°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 45°FOctMax: 70°FAverage: 59°FMin: 49°FNovMax: 75°FAverage: 64°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°F
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Temperatures in Potrerillo 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 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Potrerillo 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 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 37°F and an average of 45°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 198mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 136mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 99mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 64mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 1mmJunPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 13mmSnow: 1mmAugPrecipitation: 11mmSnow: 1mmSepPrecipitation: 32mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 85mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 134mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 139mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 7.8inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 3.9inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 2inJulPrecipitation: 0.5inSnow (in): 0inAugPrecipitation: 0.4inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 1inOctPrecipitation: 3.4inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 5.3inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 5.5inSnow (in): 0in
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Potrerillo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 953 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 198 mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 11 mm. That's 186 mm less than January, 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 May and September, totalling around 9cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.Potrerillo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 7.8 in of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.4 in. That's 7.3 in less than January, 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 May and September, totalling around 4in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 2in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 12km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 13km/hAprWind Speed: 12km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 14km/hSepWind Speed: 15km/hOctWind Speed: 15km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 14km/h
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0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 7mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 9mphSepWind Speed: 9mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Potrerillo is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Potrerillo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7mph, 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

Jan21°69°F
Feb20°67°F
Mar17°63°F
Apr14°57°F
May10°50°F
Jun7°45°F
Jul7°45°F
Aug9°49°F
Sep12°54°F
Oct15°59°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec20°67°F

The best time to visit Potrerillo is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 99 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 3°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 Potrerillo is during March, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.9 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 78°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 37°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 Potrerillo 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 Potrerillo 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
16 °C61 °F
26 °C78 °F
12 km/h7 mph
198 mm7.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C59 °F
25 °C77 °F
12 km/h7 mph
136 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
13 °C56 °F
23 °C73 °F
13 km/h8 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
10 °C50 °F
19 °C66 °F
12 km/h8 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
May
6 °C43 °F
15 °C60 °F
12 km/h7 mph
28 mm1.1 in
1 cm0 in
Jun
3 °C38 °F
13 °C55 °F
13 km/h8 mph
15 mm0.6 in
4 cm2 in
Jul
3 °C37 °F
13 °C55 °F
13 km/h8 mph
13 mm0.5 in
1 cm0 in
Aug
5 °C40 °F
16 °C61 °F
14 km/h9 mph
11 mm0.4 in
1 cm1 in
Sep
7 °C45 °F
19 °C66 °F
15 km/h9 mph
32 mm1.2 in
1 cm1 in
OctCurrent
10 °C49 °F
21 °C70 °F
15 km/h9 mph
85 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
24 °C75 °F
14 km/h9 mph
134 mm5.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C58 °F
26 °C78 °F
14 km/h8 mph
139 mm5.5 in
0 cm0 in