Climate Insights for San Lorenzo

Departamento Capital, La Rioja, Argentina

Hottest
January
36°C peak96°F peak
Coldest
July
6°C low42°F low
Wettest
January
130 mm rain5.1 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in San Lorenzo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 626 mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 130 mm of rainfall. San Lorenzo 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 6°C.The climate in San Lorenzo is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 24.6 in of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 5.1 in of rainfall. San Lorenzo 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 42°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 23°FebMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 23°MarMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 20°AprMax: 27°Average: 21°Min: 16°MayMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 11°JunMax: 19°Average: 12°Min: 6°JulMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 6°AugMax: 24°Average: 16°Min: 9°SepMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°OctMax: 31°Average: 24°Min: 17°NovMax: 34°Average: 27°Min: 21°DecMax: 35°Average: 28°Min: 22°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°F100°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 96°FAverage: 84°FMin: 74°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 83°FMin: 73°FMarMax: 89°FAverage: 77°FMin: 69°FAprMax: 81°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FMayMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 52°FJunMax: 66°FAverage: 54°FMin: 43°FJulMax: 67°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FAugMax: 76°FAverage: 61°FMin: 48°FSepMax: 83°FAverage: 69°FMin: 57°FOctMax: 88°FAverage: 75°FMin: 63°FNovMax: 94°FAverage: 80°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 96°FAverage: 83°FMin: 72°F
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Temperatures in San Lorenzo vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 29°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 13°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in San Lorenzo vary considerably across the year, with a 54°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 96°F and an average of 84°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 23°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 130mmFebPrecipitation: 85mmMarPrecipitation: 101mmAprPrecipitation: 40mmMayPrecipitation: 18mmJunPrecipitation: 10mmJulPrecipitation: 5mmAugPrecipitation: 5mmSepPrecipitation: 14mmOctPrecipitation: 46mmNovPrecipitation: 59mmDecPrecipitation: 112mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 5.1inFebPrecipitation: 3.3inMarPrecipitation: 4inAprPrecipitation: 1.6inMayPrecipitation: 0.7inJunPrecipitation: 0.4inJulPrecipitation: 0.2inAugPrecipitation: 0.2inSepPrecipitation: 0.5inOctPrecipitation: 1.8inNovPrecipitation: 2.3inDecPrecipitation: 4.4in
Precipitation

San Lorenzo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 626 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 130 mm of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 5 mm. That's 126 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.San Lorenzo is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 5.1 in of rainfall. December and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.2 in. That's 5 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.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 10km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 9km/hOctWind Speed: 11km/hNovWind Speed: 12km/hDecWind Speed: 11km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 4mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 7mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

San Lorenzo 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 November, averaging 12km/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 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.San Lorenzo 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 November, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 5mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 6mph in summer, 5mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan29°84°F
Feb28°83°F
Mar25°77°F
Apr21°70°F
May16°61°F
Jun12°54°F
Jul12°54°F
Aug16°61°F
Sep21°69°F
Oct24°75°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec28°83°F

The best time to visit San Lorenzo is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 25 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit San Lorenzo is during April, May, August, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 96°F, while July is the coldest period with lows 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 San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
23 °C74 °F
36 °C96 °F
10 km/h6 mph
130 mm5.1 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C73 °F
35 °C94 °F
9 km/h6 mph
85 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
20 °C69 °F
32 °C89 °F
9 km/h5 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
16 °C62 °F
27 °C81 °F
8 km/h5 mph
40 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
11 °C52 °F
22 °C72 °F
7 km/h4 mph
18 mm0.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C43 °F
19 °C66 °F
7 km/h4 mph
10 mm0.4 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
6 °C42 °F
20 °C67 °F
7 km/h4 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
9 °C48 °F
24 °C76 °F
8 km/h5 mph
5 mm0.2 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
14 °C57 °F
28 °C83 °F
9 km/h6 mph
14 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
17 °C63 °F
31 °C88 °F
11 km/h7 mph
46 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C69 °F
34 °C94 °F
12 km/h8 mph
59 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
22 °C72 °F
35 °C96 °F
11 km/h7 mph
112 mm4.4 in
0 cm0 in