Climate Insights for Punta Mejillón
Departamento Adolfo Alsina, Río Negro, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Punta Mejillón is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 317 mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 33 mm of rainfall. Punta Mejillón 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 6°C.The climate in Punta Mejillón is temperate. The average annual temperature is 60°F and approximately 12.5 in of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 1.3 in of rainfall. Punta Mejillón 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 42°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Punta Mejillón vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 9°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Punta Mejillón vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 47°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°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
Punta Mejillón is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 317 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 33 mm of rainfall. June and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 19 mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Punta Mejillón is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 1.3 in of rainfall. June and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.7 in. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Punta Mejillón is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 20km/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.Punta Mejillón 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 June, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12mph, 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 Punta Mejillón is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 28 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Punta Mejillón is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 42°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 Punta Mejillón 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. 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 Mejillón 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. 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.