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La Quiaca Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit La Quiaca.
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Climate overview of La Quiaca
La Quiaca, Jujuy, Argentina, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 20°C (68°F), peaking in November at 23°C (73°F) and dipping in July to 17°C (63°F).
The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 447 mm (18 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season from April to October. Sunshine peaks in October, when the city sees around 10.3 hours of sunshine per day.
La Quiaca Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in La Quiaca - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in La Quiaca
With minimal seasonal shifts, La Quiaca experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in November to a moderate 17°C (63°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 8°C (46°F) in November to around -2°C (28°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in La Quiaca
La Quiaca maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 447 mm (18 in). The climate in La Quiaca shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in January, the wettest month, with an average of 108 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.6 mm (0.02 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our La Quiaca Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in La Quiaca
La Quiaca offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between October (10.3 hours daily) and February (7.7 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in La Quiaca by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in La Quiaca.
The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 66%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 31%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in La Quiaca
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 4 m/s (8 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in April and May and highest during September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit La Quiaca
Conditions in La Quiaca are generally most comfortable in February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December. They are typically least comfortable in January, June and July.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
excellent
Mar
excellent
Apr
excellent
May
excellent
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
excellent
Sep
excellent
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December
- Warmest weather: October, November and December
- Most sunshine: May, July, August, October and November
- Fewer rainy days: May, June, July, August and September
- Wettest months: January, February, March and December, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct dry season from April to October
- Coldest conditions: July, with freezing nights around -2°C (28°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in La Quiaca
What is the best time to visit La Quiaca?
February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in La Quiaca. In contrast, January, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions. La Quiaca has a distinct dry season from April to October.
What temperatures can I expect in La Quiaca?
Daytime highs range from 17°C (63°F) in July to 23°C (73°F) in November. Nighttime lows range from -2°C (28°F) to 8°C (46°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does La Quiaca get?
Annual rainfall is around 447 mm (18 in). January is the wettest month with 108 mm (4.3 in), while June is the driest with 0.6 mm (0.02 in).
How sunny is La Quiaca?
La Quiaca receives around 3,418 hours of sunshine per year. October is the sunniest month with 310 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 230 hours. Overall, La Quiaca enjoys abundant sunshine.
La Quiaca 3-Day Forecast
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