Climate Insights for Zapala
Departamento Zapala, Neuquén, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Zapala is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 348 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 66 mm of rainfall. Zapala 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. Snowfall occurs from May to November, with around 68cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Zapala is temperate. The average annual temperature is 52°F and approximately 13.7 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 2.6 in of rainfall. Zapala 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 29°F. Snowfall occurs from May to November, with around 27in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Zapala 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°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 Zapala 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 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 68°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 29°F and the daily average is 36°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zapala is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 348 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 66 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 11 mm. That's 55 mm less than June, 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 68cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.Zapala is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 13.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.1 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 2.6 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 0.4 in. That's 2.2 in less than June, 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 27in accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 10in.
Wind
Zapala 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 December, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Zapala 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 December, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, 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
The best time to visit Zapala is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 16 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 Zapala is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.6 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 29°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 Zapala 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 Zapala 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.