Climate Insights for Canelones

Uruguay

Hottest
January
29°C peak85°F peak
Coldest
July
7°C low45°F low
Wettest
April
103 mm rain4.1 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Canelones is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 971 mm of precipitation falls per year. Canelones receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Canelones 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 7°C.The climate in Canelones is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 38.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Canelones receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Canelones 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 45°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 29°Average: 24°Min: 19°FebMax: 29°Average: 23°Min: 19°MarMax: 26°Average: 21°Min: 17°AprMax: 23°Average: 18°Min: 14°MayMax: 18°Average: 14°Min: 10°JunMax: 16°Average: 11°Min: 8°JulMax: 15°Average: 11°Min: 7°AugMax: 17°Average: 12°Min: 8°SepMax: 19°Average: 14°Min: 10°OctMax: 21°Average: 16°Min: 12°NovMax: 25°Average: 20°Min: 14°DecMax: 28°Average: 22°Min: 17°
Max
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 75°FMin: 65°FFebMax: 83°FAverage: 74°FMin: 65°FMarMax: 79°FAverage: 70°FMin: 62°FAprMax: 73°FAverage: 64°FMin: 57°FMayMax: 65°FAverage: 57°FMin: 50°FJunMax: 60°FAverage: 52°FMin: 46°FJulMax: 59°FAverage: 51°FMin: 45°FAugMax: 63°FAverage: 53°FMin: 46°FSepMax: 66°FAverage: 57°FMin: 49°FOctMax: 71°FAverage: 62°FMin: 53°FNovMax: 77°FAverage: 67°FMin: 58°FDecMax: 82°FAverage: 72°FMin: 62°F
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Temperatures in Canelones 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 11°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 Canelones vary considerably across the year, with a 40°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 75°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 45°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

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mm125mm150mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 74mmFebPrecipitation: 84mmMarPrecipitation: 94mmAprPrecipitation: 103mmMayPrecipitation: 93mmJunPrecipitation: 64mmJulPrecipitation: 86mmAugPrecipitation: 75mmSepPrecipitation: 63mmOctPrecipitation: 85mmNovPrecipitation: 71mmDecPrecipitation: 78mm
Precipitation
0in2in4inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.9inFebPrecipitation: 3.3inMarPrecipitation: 3.7inAprPrecipitation: 4.1inMayPrecipitation: 3.7inJunPrecipitation: 2.5inJulPrecipitation: 3.4inAugPrecipitation: 3inSepPrecipitation: 2.5inOctPrecipitation: 3.4inNovPrecipitation: 2.8inDecPrecipitation: 3.1in
Precipitation

Canelones is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 971 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 103 mm of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 63 mm. That's 40 mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Canelones is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.2 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 4.1 in of rainfall. March and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 2.5 in. That's 1.6 in less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 12km/hAprWind Speed: 13km/hMayWind Speed: 12km/hJunWind Speed: 13km/hJulWind Speed: 13km/hAugWind Speed: 13km/hSepWind Speed: 14km/hOctWind Speed: 14km/hNovWind Speed: 14km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 8mphAprWind Speed: 8mphMayWind Speed: 8mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 8mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 9mphNovWind Speed: 9mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Canelones is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Canelones is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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

Jan24°75°F
Feb23°74°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr18°64°F
May14°57°F
Jun11°52°F
Jul11°51°F
Aug12°53°F
Sep14°57°F
Oct16°62°F
Nov20°67°F
Dec22°72°F

The best time to visit Canelones is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 81 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°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 Canelones is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 45°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 Canelones 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 Canelones 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
19 °C65 °F
29 °C85 °F
13 km/h8 mph
74 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
19 °C65 °F
29 °C83 °F
12 km/h8 mph
84 mm3.3 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
17 °C62 °F
26 °C79 °F
12 km/h8 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
14 °C57 °F
23 °C73 °F
13 km/h8 mph
103 mm4.1 in
0 cm0 in
May
10 °C50 °F
18 °C65 °F
12 km/h8 mph
93 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
8 °C46 °F
16 °C60 °F
13 km/h8 mph
64 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
7 °C45 °F
15 °C59 °F
13 km/h8 mph
86 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
8 °C46 °F
17 °C63 °F
13 km/h8 mph
75 mm3 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
10 °C49 °F
19 °C66 °F
14 km/h8 mph
63 mm2.5 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
12 °C53 °F
21 °C71 °F
14 km/h9 mph
85 mm3.4 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
14 °C58 °F
25 °C77 °F
14 km/h9 mph
71 mm2.8 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
17 °C62 °F
28 °C82 °F
13 km/h8 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in