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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Las Grutas.
Las Grutas, Río Negro, Argentina, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with January peaking at 30°C (86°F) and July dropping to 14°C (57°F).
The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 300 mm (12 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have very little rainfall year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.
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Visitors to Las Grutas can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in January to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 18°C (64°F) in January to around 4°C (39°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Las Grutas typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 300 mm (12 in). Las Grutas offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month April (31 mm (1.2 in)) and the driest month December (17 mm (0.7 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Las Grutas Precipitation page.
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Las Grutas.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 69%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 47%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) to 5 m/s (10 knots). It is lower in April and higher in January, November and December. What does this mean?
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
February, March, April, September, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Las Grutas. In contrast, January, May, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Las Grutas has very little rainfall year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 14°C (57°F) in July to 30°C (86°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 18°C (64°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 300 mm (12 in). April is the wettest month with 31 mm (1.2 in), while December is the driest with 17 mm (0.7 in).
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