Climate Insights for Villa Bustos

Departamento de Sanagasta, La Rioja Province, Argentina

Hottest
January
26°C peak
Coldest
July
4°C low
Wettest
January
169mm rain
Best to Visit
April, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Villa Bustos is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 882mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 169mm of rainfall. Villa Bustos 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 4°C. Light snow can occur between June and September.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Feb Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 16° Mar Max: 23° Average: 18° Min: 15° Apr Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 12° May Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 7° Jun Max: 14° Average: 8° Min: 4° Jul Max: 14° Average: 8° Min: 4° Aug Max: 17° Average: 11° Min: 6° Sep Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 9° Oct Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Nov Max: 24° Average: 19° Min: 15° Dec Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 16°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Villa Bustos vary considerably across the year, with a 22°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 8°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 169mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 130mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 107mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 50mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 40mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 2mm Jul Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 1mm Aug Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 1mm Oct Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 113mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 133mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

Villa Bustos is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 882mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 73mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 169mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 13mm. That's 156mm less than January, 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 September, totalling around 6cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 2cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 11km/h Oct Wind Speed: 11km/h Nov Wind Speed: 11km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Villa Bustos is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/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 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

88 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Villa Bustos, which began on March 20, 2026. Villa Bustos is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 24°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 204mm for the season, averaging 68mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 433mm across the season with a monthly average of 144mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 7 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 197mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 4 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 20°
Mar 18°
Apr 15°
May 11°
Jun
Jul
Aug 11°
Sep 14°
Oct 16°
Nov 19°
Dec 21°

The best time to visit Villa Bustos is during April and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 16°C with modest rainfall averaging 57mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 26°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 4°C. 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 Villa Bustos 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
17 °C
26 °C
9 km/h
169 mm
0 cm
Feb
16 °C
24 °C
9 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
15 °C
23 °C
9 km/h
107 mm
0 cm
Apr
12 °C
20 °C
9 km/h
50 mm
0 cm
May
7 °C
16 °C
9 km/h
40 mm
1 cm
Jun
4 °C
14 °C
8 km/h
18 mm
2 cm
Jul
4 °C
14 °C
9 km/h
13 mm
1 cm
Aug
6 °C
17 °C
10 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Sep
9 °C
19 °C
11 km/h
26 mm
1 cm
Oct
11 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Nov
15 °C
24 °C
11 km/h
113 mm
0 cm
Dec
16 °C
26 °C
10 km/h
133 mm
0 cm
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