El Encón Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit El Encón.
Climate overview of El Encón
Temperatures in El Encón, Salta Province, Argentina, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is January at 23°C (73°F), and the coolest is July at 16°C (61°F).
With around 1931 mm (76 in) of annual rain/snowfall, El Encón has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from November to April. The wettest month is February. The sunniest month is August, with 6.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
El Encón Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in El Encón — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in El Encón
The climate in El Encón experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 16°C (61°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in January to 3°C (37°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in El Encón
El Encón has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1931 mm (76 in) of rain/snowfall per year. El Encón can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 296 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (July), you will experience much drier conditions, with 38 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our El Encón 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 El Encón
El Encón experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.9 hours daily sunshine in August, it dips to 4.7 hours in March, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in El Encón by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in El Encón.
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 84%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Best Time to Visit El Encón
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Frequently asked questions about the climate in El Encón
What is the best time to visit El Encón?
September typically offers the most optimal weather in El Encón. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions. El Encón has a distinct rainy season from November to April.
What temperatures can I expect in El Encón?
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in July to 23°C (73°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from 3°C (37°F) to 14°C (57°F).
How much rain does El Encón get?
Annual rainfall is around 1931 mm (76 in). February is the wettest month with 296 mm (12 in), while July is the driest with 38 mm (1.5 in).
How sunny is El Encón?
El Encón receives around 2,185 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 207 hours, while March is the cloudiest with just 142 hours. Overall, El Encón enjoys abundant sunshine.
El Encón 3-Day Forecast
El Encón 3-Day Forecast
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