Climate Insights for Santa María

Departamento General Güemes, Chaco, Argentina

Hottest
January
36°C peak97°F peak
Coldest
July
11°C low52°F low
Wettest
February
104 mm rain4.1 in rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Santa María is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 773 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 104 mm of rainfall. Santa María 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 11°C.The climate in Santa María is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 30.4 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 4.1 in of rainfall. Santa María 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 52°F.

Temperature

0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 36°Average: 29°Min: 24°FebMax: 34°Average: 28°Min: 23°MarMax: 32°Average: 26°Min: 21°AprMax: 28°Average: 23°Min: 18°MayMax: 24°Average: 18°Min: 14°JunMax: 22°Average: 16°Min: 12°JulMax: 24°Average: 17°Min: 11°AugMax: 28°Average: 19°Min: 13°SepMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°OctMax: 32°Average: 25°Min: 19°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: 97°FAverage: 85°FMin: 75°FFebMax: 94°FAverage: 83°FMin: 73°FMarMax: 89°FAverage: 79°FMin: 70°FAprMax: 82°FAverage: 73°FMin: 65°FMayMax: 75°FAverage: 65°FMin: 58°FJunMax: 72°FAverage: 61°FMin: 53°FJulMax: 74°FAverage: 62°FMin: 52°FAugMax: 82°FAverage: 67°FMin: 55°FSepMax: 87°FAverage: 73°FMin: 61°FOctMax: 90°FAverage: 77°FMin: 66°FNovMax: 93°FAverage: 80°FMin: 69°FDecMax: 95°FAverage: 83°FMin: 72°F
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Temperatures in Santa María vary considerably across the year, with a 25°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 11°C and an average of 17°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Santa María vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 97°F and an average of 85°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 52°F and an average of 62°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 99mmFebPrecipitation: 104mmMarPrecipitation: 99mmAprPrecipitation: 90mmMayPrecipitation: 43mmJunPrecipitation: 23mmJulPrecipitation: 16mmAugPrecipitation: 20mmSepPrecipitation: 28mmOctPrecipitation: 63mmNovPrecipitation: 101mmDecPrecipitation: 87mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 3.9inFebPrecipitation: 4.1inMarPrecipitation: 3.9inAprPrecipitation: 3.6inMayPrecipitation: 1.7inJunPrecipitation: 0.9inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 0.8inSepPrecipitation: 1.1inOctPrecipitation: 2.5inNovPrecipitation: 4inDecPrecipitation: 3.4in
Precipitation

Santa María is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 773 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 64 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 104 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 16 mm. That's 88 mm less than February, 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.Santa María is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 30.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.5 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.6 in. That's 3.5 in less than February, 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: 11km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 11km/hJunWind Speed: 11km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 13km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 7mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 7mphJunWind Speed: 7mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 7mph
Wind Speed

Santa María is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Santa María is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 6mph, 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

Jan29°85°F
Feb28°83°F
Mar26°79°F
Apr23°73°F
May18°65°F
Jun16°61°F
Jul17°62°F
Aug19°67°F
Sep23°73°F
Oct25°77°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec28°83°F

The best time to visit Santa María is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 36 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 36°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Santa María is during April, May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 97°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Santa María 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 Santa María 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
24 °C75 °F
36 °C97 °F
11 km/h7 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
23 °C73 °F
34 °C94 °F
10 km/h6 mph
104 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
21 °C70 °F
32 °C89 °F
11 km/h7 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
18 °C65 °F
28 °C82 °F
11 km/h7 mph
90 mm3.6 in
0 cm0 in
May
14 °C58 °F
24 °C75 °F
11 km/h7 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
12 °C53 °F
22 °C72 °F
11 km/h7 mph
23 mm0.9 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
11 °C52 °F
24 °C74 °F
11 km/h7 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
13 °C55 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
16 °C61 °F
30 °C87 °F
13 km/h8 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
19 °C66 °F
32 °C90 °F
14 km/h8 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
21 °C69 °F
34 °C93 °F
13 km/h8 mph
101 mm4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
22 °C72 °F
35 °C95 °F
12 km/h7 mph
87 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in