Climate Overview
The climate in Desaguadero is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1222mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 255mm of rainfall. Desaguadero 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: November, October, September. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 3°C.
Temperature
Desaguadero sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 3°C to 16°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 16°C with a mean of 12°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Desaguadero is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1222mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 102mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 255mm of rainfall. January and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 9mm. That's 246mm less than February, 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
Desaguadero is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 17km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Desaguadero, which began on March 20, 2026. Desaguadero 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 November at around 16°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 3°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 6 to 16°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 182mm for the season, averaging 61mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 683mm across the season with a monthly average of 228mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 329mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 29mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Desaguadero 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.