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Mar del Plata Climate by Month

Mar del Plata has an oceanic climate. Rainfall is fairly even throughout the year, but during winter months the average is just a bit lower. The average temperatures are pleasant in summer and it can be chilly in winter (June - September). However even in the summer months it can get cold at night and you will need a blanket to sleep under.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Mar del Plata can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 13°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 6°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Mar del Plata experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 865 mm yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 89 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 rainy days.

In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 51 mm of rainfall spread across 9 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Mar del Plata. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.5 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Mar del Plata ranges from 11°C in August to 21°C in February.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Mar del Plata in Argentina

During the months of January, February, March, April, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Mar del Plata?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Mar del Plata?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Mar del Plata?
    February tops the wettest month list with 89 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Mar del Plata?
    May is the driest month with 51 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Mar del Plata?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 285 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Mar del Plata

    Sat   Dec 14
    20°C | 13°C
    S 25 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    19°C | 12°C
    S 22 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    19°C | 11°C
    E 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain