Climate Overview
The climate in La Rinconada is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 1161mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 191mm of rainfall. La Rinconada 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, April. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to -4°C. La Rinconada experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
La Rinconada sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -4°C to 11°C. November is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 11°C with a mean of 5°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is 2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
La Rinconada is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1161mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 97mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 191mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 13mm. That's 178mm 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. La Rinconada receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 280cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 52cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
La Rinconada is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in La Rinconada, which began on March 20, 2026. La Rinconada 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 11°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 11°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 274mm for the season, averaging 91mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 0 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 562mm across the season with a monthly average of 187mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 268mm for the season, averaging 89mm per month. Expect around 62cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -4 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 58mm over the season and a monthly average of 19mm. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for La Rinconada 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.
