Climate Insights for Zavalla
Departamento Monteros, Tucumán, Argentina
Climate Overview
The climate in Zavalla is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 2,571 mm of precipitation falls per year. Zavalla receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zavalla 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 5°C.The climate in Zavalla is temperate. The average annual temperature is 62°F and approximately 101.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Zavalla receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Zavalla 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 42°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Zavalla 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 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 22°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 10°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.Temperatures in Zavalla vary considerably across the year, with a 38°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 72°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 51°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zavalla is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,571 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 214 mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 389 mm of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 54 mm. That's 335 mm 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.Zavalla is a very wet location, receiving approximately 101.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.4 in per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 15.3 in of rainfall. February and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 2.1 in. That's 13.2 in 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.
Wind
Zavalla is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Zavalla is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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
The best time to visit Zavalla is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 15°C with modest rainfall averaging 97 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Zavalla is during September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 60°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.8 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 80°F, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 42°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Zavalla 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. 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 Zavalla 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. 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.