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Punta Alta Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Punta Alta can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and mild during the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

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

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 6°C during these months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

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

In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 33 mm of rainfall spread across 5 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

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.

Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Bahía Blanca, Argentina (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Bahía Blanca, Argentina (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 11°C in July to 20°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Bahía Blanca, Argentina (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Forecast for Punta Alta

Monday
3 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
25°C
0 mm
Tuesday
4 Feb
Clear sky
Clear sky
26°C
0 mm
Wednesday
5 Feb
Light rain showers
Light rain showers
19°C
18 mm

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Punta Alta in Argentina

During the months of March, April and November 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:
  • When is summer in Punta Alta?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Punta Alta?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Punta Alta?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Punta Alta?
    February tops the wettest month list with 72 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Punta Alta?
    June is the driest month with 33 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Punta Alta?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 301 hours of sunshine.

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