Climate Insights for Sierra Colorada
Departamento Nueve de Julio, Río Negro, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Sierra Colorada is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 274 mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 34 mm of rainfall. Sierra Colorada 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 0°C. Light snow can occur between May and September.The climate in Sierra Colorada is temperate. The average annual temperature is 55°F and approximately 10.8 in of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 1.3 in of rainfall. Sierra Colorada 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 32°F. Light snow can occur between May and September.
Temperature
Temperatures in Sierra Colorada vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sierra Colorada vary considerably across the year, with a 52°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 71°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 32°F and the daily average is 39°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 22°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 8°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Sierra Colorada is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 274 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 23 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 34 mm of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 14 mm. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between May and September, totalling around 35cm annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 13cm.Sierra Colorada is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 10.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.9 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 1.3 in of rainfall. October and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.6 in. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between May and September, totalling around 14in annually. July is the snowiest month with approximately 5in.
Wind
Sierra Colorada is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 17km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Sierra Colorada is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 12mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sierra Colorada 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 20 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sierra Colorada is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 32°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 Sierra Colorada 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 Sierra Colorada 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.