Climate Insights for Sierra Pailemán

Departamento Valcheta, Río Negro, Argentina

Hottest
January
29°C peak84°F peak
Coldest
July
2°C low35°F low
Wettest
November
29 mm rain1.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sierra Pailemán is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 249 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 29 mm of rainfall. Sierra Pailemán 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 2°C. Light snow can occur between June and August.The climate in Sierra Pailemán is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 9.8 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 1.2 in of rainfall. Sierra Pailemán 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 35°F. Light snow can occur between June and August.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°FebMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°MarMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°AprMax: 20°Average: 14°Min: 9°MayMax: 15°Average: 9°Min: 5°JunMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°JulMax: 11°Average: 6°Min: 2°AugMax: 14°Average: 8°Min: 4°SepMax: 17°Average: 11°Min: 5°OctMax: 21°Average: 14°Min: 8°NovMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°DecMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 14°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 84°FAverage: 72°FMin: 60°FFebMax: 82°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FMarMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 54°FAprMax: 67°FAverage: 56°FMin: 47°FMayMax: 59°FAverage: 49°FMin: 41°FJunMax: 53°FAverage: 43°FMin: 36°FJulMax: 52°FAverage: 43°FMin: 35°FAugMax: 57°FAverage: 47°FMin: 38°FSepMax: 63°FAverage: 51°FMin: 41°FOctMax: 69°FAverage: 57°FMin: 47°FNovMax: 76°FAverage: 64°FMin: 52°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 69°FMin: 57°F
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Temperatures in Sierra Pailemán vary considerably across the year, with a 27°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. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 6°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Sierra Pailemán vary considerably across the year, with a 49°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 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 35°F and an average of 43°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°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

0mm25mm50mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 0mmAprPrecipitation: 28mmSnow: 0mmMayPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 0mmJunPrecipitation: 21mmSnow: 4mmJulPrecipitation: 23mmSnow: 3mmAugPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 2mmSepPrecipitation: 18mmSnow: 1mmOctPrecipitation: 16mmSnow: 0mmNovPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mmDecPrecipitation: 15mmSnow: 0mm
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Snow
0in1in2inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 1.1inSnow (in): 0inMayPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inJunPrecipitation: 0.8inSnow (in): 1inJulPrecipitation: 0.9inSnow (in): 1inAugPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 1inSepPrecipitation: 0.7inSnow (in): 0inOctPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0inNovPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 0.6inSnow (in): 0in
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Sierra Pailemán is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 249 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 21 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 29 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 15 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 June and August, totalling around 9cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.Sierra Pailemán is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 9.8 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 0.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 1.1 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, 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 June and August, totalling around 3in annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 1in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/h20km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 17km/hFebWind Speed: 16km/hMarWind Speed: 17km/hAprWind Speed: 17km/hMayWind Speed: 16km/hJunWind Speed: 18km/hJulWind Speed: 17km/hAugWind Speed: 18km/hSepWind Speed: 18km/hOctWind Speed: 18km/hNovWind Speed: 18km/hDecWind Speed: 18km/h
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0mph5mph10mph15mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 11mphFebWind Speed: 10mphMarWind Speed: 11mphAprWind Speed: 11mphMayWind Speed: 10mphJunWind Speed: 11mphJulWind Speed: 11mphAugWind Speed: 11mphSepWind Speed: 11mphOctWind Speed: 11mphNovWind Speed: 11mphDecWind Speed: 11mph
Wind Speed

Sierra Pailemán 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 August, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Sierra Pailemán 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 August, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10mph, 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

Jan22°72°F
Feb21°70°F
Mar18°64°F
Apr14°56°F
May9°49°F
Jun6°43°F
Jul6°43°F
Aug8°47°F
Sep11°51°F
Oct14°57°F
Nov18°64°F
Dec21°69°F

The best time to visit Sierra Pailemán is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 23 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Sierra Pailemán is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.9 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 35°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 Pailemán 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 Pailemán 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
16 °C60 °F
29 °C84 °F
17 km/h11 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
15 °C59 °F
28 °C82 °F
16 km/h10 mph
21 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
12 °C54 °F
25 °C76 °F
17 km/h11 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
9 °C47 °F
20 °C67 °F
17 km/h11 mph
28 mm1.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
5 °C41 °F
15 °C59 °F
16 km/h10 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
2 °C36 °F
11 °C53 °F
18 km/h11 mph
21 mm0.8 in
4 cm1 in
Jul
2 °C35 °F
11 °C52 °F
17 km/h11 mph
23 mm0.9 in
3 cm1 in
Aug
4 °C38 °F
14 °C57 °F
18 km/h11 mph
15 mm0.6 in
2 cm1 in
Sep
5 °C41 °F
17 °C63 °F
18 km/h11 mph
18 mm0.7 in
1 cm0 in
OctCurrent
8 °C47 °F
21 °C69 °F
18 km/h11 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
11 °C52 °F
25 °C76 °F
18 km/h11 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
14 °C57 °F
28 °C82 °F
18 km/h11 mph
15 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in