Punta Alta Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Punta Alta can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 13°C (55°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) in January to around 6°C (43°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Punta Alta experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 636 mm (25 in) yearly. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 72 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation, spread over 6 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month June experiences a drier climate, with about 33 mm (1.3 in) of rainfall spread across 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Punta Alta Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Punta Alta. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.0 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 11°C (52°F) in July to 20°C (68°F) in January.

Water temperature over the year

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Punta Alta.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 74%. In December, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 53%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year