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Montevideo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Montevideo.
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Climate overview of Montevideo
Montevideo Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Montevideo - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Montevideo
Visitors to Montevideo can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) in January to around 8°C (46°F) during July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Montevideo
Montevideo is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1163 mm (46 in). Year-round, Montevideo has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 117 mm (4.6 in), and the driest month, January, with 74 mm (2.9 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Montevideo 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 Montevideo
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Montevideo. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.8 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Montevideo
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 11°C (52°F) in July to 24°C (75°F) in January.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Montevideo by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Montevideo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 81%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Montevideo
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 5 m/s (10 knots) in February, March, April, May, June, July and August to 6 m/s (12 knots) in January, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Montevideo
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Montevideo is usually found in January, March and December. Conditions are generally least comfortable in August.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
very good
Mar
excellent
Apr
very good
May
very good
Jun
good
Jul
good
Aug
mixed
Sep
very good
Oct
very good
Nov
very good
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: January, March and December
- Warmest weather: January, February and December
- Most sunshine: January and December
- Best for swimming: January, February, March, November and December.
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and mild winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Montevideo
What is the best time to visit Montevideo?
January, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Montevideo. In contrast, August tends to have less optimal conditions. Montevideo has warm summers and mild winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Montevideo?
Daytime highs range from 15°C (59°F) in July to 27°C (81°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from 8°C (46°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Montevideo get?
Annual rainfall is around 1163 mm (46 in). October is the wettest month with 117 mm (4.6 in), while January is the driest with 74 mm (2.9 in).
How sunny is Montevideo?
Montevideo receives around 2,456 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 293 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 128 hours. Overall, Montevideo enjoys abundant sunshine.
Montevideo 3-Day Forecast
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