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Maldonado Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Maldonado can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and mild during the cooler months. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Maldonado can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 15°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 9°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Maldonado is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1151 mm. Maldonado experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 117 mm in April, the wettest month, and 71 mm in January, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Maldonado can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of December under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Punta del Este, Uruguay (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Punta del Este, Uruguay (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Forecast for Maldonado

Mon   Jan 13
29°C | 16°C
E 8 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Tue   Jan 14
31°C | 17°C
E 8 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Wed   Jan 15
32°C | 18°C
E 9 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Maldonado in Uruguay

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 Maldonado?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Maldonado?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Maldonado?
    April tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Maldonado?
    January is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Maldonado?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 288 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.