Climate Insights for Encarnacion
Itapúa, Paraguay
Climate Overview
The climate in Encarnacion is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1,581 mm of precipitation falls per year. Encarnacion receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Encarnacion 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 12°C.The climate in Encarnacion is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 71°F and approximately 62.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Encarnacion receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Encarnacion 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 54°F.
Temperature
Encarnacion sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 12°C to 32°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 12°C and an average of 16°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Encarnacion sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 54°F to 90°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 54°F and an average of 61°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°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
Encarnacion is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,581 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 132 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 210 mm of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 76 mm. That's 135 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Encarnacion is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 62.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.2 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 8.3 in of rainfall. May and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 3 in. That's 5.3 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Encarnacion is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 8km/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 11km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.Encarnacion is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 5mph, 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. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 7mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 6mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Encarnacion is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°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 Encarnacion is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 90°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 Encarnacion 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 Encarnacion 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.