Climate Insights for Punta del Monte
Güer Aike, Santa Cruz, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Punta del Monte is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 553 mm of precipitation falls per year. Punta del Monte receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Punta del Monte 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Snowfall occurs from April to October, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Punta del Monte is cool. The average annual temperature is 44°F and approximately 21.8 in of precipitation falls per year. Punta del Monte receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Punta del Monte 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 28°F. Snowfall occurs from April to October, with around 20in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Punta del Monte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -2°C to 17°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Punta del Monte sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 28°F to 62°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 62°F with a mean of 53°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 28°F and the daily average is 33°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Punta del Monte is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 553 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 46 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 54 mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 31 mm. That's 24 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to October, with around 52cm accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 13cm.Punta del Monte is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 2.1 in of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 1.2 in. That's 0.9 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to October, with around 20in accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 5in.
Wind
Punta del Monte is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 21km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/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 17km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 25km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.Punta del Monte is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 13mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 16mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11mph in winter, 14mph in spring, 15mph in summer, 12mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Punta del Monte 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 Punta del Monte 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.