Climate Insights for Las Piedras
Canelones, Uruguay
Climate Overview
The climate in Las Piedras is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 950 mm of precipitation falls per year. Las Piedras receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Las Piedras 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 8°C.The climate in Las Piedras is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 37.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Las Piedras receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Las Piedras 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 46°F.
Temperature
Las Piedras sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 8°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 8°C and an average of 11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Las Piedras sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 46°F to 82°F. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 82°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 51°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 7°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Las Piedras is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 950 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 79 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 99 mm of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 61 mm. That's 38 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.Las Piedras is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 37.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.1 in per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. May and March also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 2.4 in. That's 1.5 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
Las Piedras is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 16km/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 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Las Piedras is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in February, with average winds dropping to 9mph, 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 Las Piedras is during January, February, March, 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 82 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 8°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 Las Piedras is during January, February, March, April, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 69°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.2 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 46°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 Las Piedras 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 Las Piedras 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.