Climate Insights for Montevideo
Climate Overview
The climate in Montevideo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 974 mm of precipitation falls per year. Montevideo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Montevideo 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 10°C.The climate in Montevideo is temperate. The average annual temperature is 63°F and approximately 38.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Montevideo receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Montevideo 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: February, January, March. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 49°F.
Temperature
Montevideo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 10°C to 24°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 24°C with a mean of 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 10°C and an average of 11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.Montevideo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 49°F to 76°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 49°F and an average of 52°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Montevideo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 974 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81 mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 105 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 56 mm. That's 50 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.Montevideo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 38.4 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. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.2 in. That's 2 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
Montevideo is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 22km/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 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 22km/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.Montevideo is very windy, with an average annual wind speed of 14mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 15mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 14mph, 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 Montevideo is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 10°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 Montevideo is during January, February, March, 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 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 49°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 Montevideo 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 Montevideo 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.