Climate Insights for Colonia del Sacramento
Colonia, Uruguay
Climate Overview
The climate in Colonia del Sacramento is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 900 mm of precipitation falls per year. Colonia del Sacramento receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Colonia del Sacramento 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 9°C.The climate in Colonia del Sacramento is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 35.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Colonia del Sacramento receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Colonia del Sacramento 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 48°F.
Temperature
Colonia del Sacramento sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 28°C. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Colonia del Sacramento sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 48°F to 82°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 48°F and an average of 52°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 10°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Colonia del Sacramento is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 900 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 75 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 116 mm of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 43 mm. That's 73 mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Colonia del Sacramento is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 35.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 4.6 in of rainfall. April and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 1.7 in. That's 2.9 in less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Colonia del Sacramento 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 October, averaging 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 15km/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.Colonia del Sacramento is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 10mph, 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
The best time to visit Colonia del Sacramento is during January, February, April, 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 80 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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 Colonia del Sacramento is during January, February, April, 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 3.1 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 48°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 Colonia del Sacramento 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 Colonia del Sacramento 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.