Climate Overview
The climate in Río Pico is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1000mm of precipitation falls per year. Río Pico receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Río Pico 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 March to December, with around 200cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Río Pico vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Río Pico is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1000mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 83mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 135mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 31mm. That's 105mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from March to December, with around 200cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 54cm.
Wind
Río Pico is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 20km/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. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 14km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Río Pico, which began on March 20, 2026. Río Pico 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 February at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -2°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 0 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 219mm for the season, averaging 73mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 19°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 129mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 275mm for the season, averaging 92mm per month. Expect around 26cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 377mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Expect around 134cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Río Pico 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.
