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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit San Miguel de Tucumán.
The climate in San Miguel de Tucumán, Tucumán, Argentina, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 30°C (86°F) in December down to 19°C (66°F) in June.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1998 mm (79 in) of rainfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from November to April, with warm summers and pleasant winters. January is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in August, when the city sees around 7.8 hours of sunshine per day.
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In San Miguel de Tucumán, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in December to a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in June.
Nighttime temperatures range from 19°C (66°F) in December to 6°C (43°F) in June.
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San Miguel de Tucumán experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1998 mm (79 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in San Miguel de Tucumán bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 318 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 43 mm (1.7 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our San Miguel de Tucumán Precipitation page.
San Miguel de Tucumán enjoys sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 7.8 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in San Miguel de Tucumán.
The city experiences its highest humidity in March, reaching 82%. In September, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in San Miguel de Tucumán. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. San Miguel de Tucumán has a distinct rainy season from November to April, with warm summers and pleasant winters.
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in June to 30°C (86°F) in December. Nighttime lows range from 6°C (43°F) to 19°C (66°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1998 mm (79 in). January is the wettest month with 318 mm (13 in), while August is the driest with 43 mm (1.7 in).
San Miguel de Tucumán receives around 2,364 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 234 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 157 hours. Overall, San Miguel de Tucumán enjoys abundant sunshine.
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