Climate Insights for San Salvador de Jujuy
Centro, Departamento Doctor Manuel Belgrano, Jujuy, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in San Salvador de Jujuy is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 2,041 mm of precipitation falls per year. San Salvador de Jujuy receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San Salvador de Jujuy 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 June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to 6°C. Light snow can occur between June and August.The climate in San Salvador de Jujuy is temperate. The average annual temperature is 61°F and approximately 80.3 in of precipitation falls per year. San Salvador de Jujuy receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San Salvador de Jujuy 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 June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to 44°F. Light snow can occur between June and August.
Temperature
San Salvador de Jujuy sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 6°C to 25°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.San Salvador de Jujuy sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 44°F to 78°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 78°F and the mean temperature sits around 69°F. June is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 51°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
San Salvador de Jujuy is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,041 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 170 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 274 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 47 mm. That's 227 mm less than March, 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and August, totalling around 5cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 2cm.San Salvador de Jujuy is a very wet location, receiving approximately 80.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.7 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 10.8 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1.9 in. That's 8.9 in less than March, 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. Light snowfall can occur between June and August, totalling around 2in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.
Wind
San Salvador de Jujuy is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.San Salvador de Jujuy is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit San Salvador de Jujuy is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 25°C, while June is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit San Salvador de Jujuy is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 78°F, while June is the coldest period with lows dropping to 44°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for San Salvador de Jujuy 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 San Salvador de Jujuy 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.