Climate Insights for Ranquilón
Departamento Ñorquín, Neuquén, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Ranquilón is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 545 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 127 mm of rainfall. Ranquilón 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 173cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Ranquilón is cool. The average annual temperature is 48°F and approximately 21.5 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 5 in of rainfall. Ranquilón 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 23°F. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 68in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ranquilón vary considerably across the year, with a 32°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 18°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Ranquilón vary considerably across the year, with a 58°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 64°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 23°F and the daily average is 31°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 27°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ranquilón is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 545 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 127 mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 16 mm. That's 111 mm less than June, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to November, with around 173cm accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 48cm.Ranquilón is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 21.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 5 in of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.6 in. That's 4.4 in less than June, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to November, with around 68in accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 19in.
Wind
Ranquilón is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Ranquilón is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ranquilón is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 16 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -5°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Ranquilón is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 62°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 23°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 Ranquilón 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 Ranquilón 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.