Climate Overview
The climate in Vicuña Airport is cold. The average annual temperature is -3°C and approximately 353mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 53mm of rainfall. Vicuña Airport 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 June, July, August, when temperatures can drop to -17°C. Vicuña Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Vicuña Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 11°C with a mean of 6°C. June brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -17°C and an average temperature of -13°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Vicuña Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 353mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 29mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 53mm of rainfall. May and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 12mm. That's 41mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Vicuña Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 258cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is June, with approximately 53cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Vicuña Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Vicuña Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Vicuña Airport 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 11°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in June near -17°C. Summer is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (89 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from -13 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 63mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -2 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 97mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -12 to 9°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Expect around 76cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -17 to -6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 110mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Expect around 109cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Vicuña Airport 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.
