Climate Insights for Santo Tomás
Departamento Collón Curá, Neuquén, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Santo Tomás is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 329 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 57 mm of rainfall. Santo Tomás 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 -1°C. Snowfall occurs from May to November, with around 52cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Santo Tomás is temperate. The average annual temperature is 54°F and approximately 12.9 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Santo Tomás 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 30°F. Snowfall occurs from May to November, with around 21in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Santo Tomás vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 Santo Tomás vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 70°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 30°F and the daily average is 38°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 24°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
Santo Tomás is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 329 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 57 mm of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 10 mm. That's 47 mm less than July, 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 May to November, with around 52cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 20cm.Santo Tomás is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 12.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. June and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.4 in. That's 1.9 in less than July, 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 May to November, with around 21in accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 8in.
Wind
Santo Tomás is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/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 12km/h in winter, 17km/h in spring, 18km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.Santo Tomás is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 11mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Santo Tomás is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 15 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -1°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Santo Tomás is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 66°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 30°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 Santo Tomás 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 Santo Tomás 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.