Piriápolis Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Piriápolis’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Uruguay.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in Piriápolis is dynamic, ranging widely from moderate in winter to comfortable in summer. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 26°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a mild 15°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 9°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Piriápolis by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. January, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 261 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 101 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 11 days. It records 120 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Uruguay Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Uruguay. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Piriápolis Temperatures Compared World Wide
Piriápolis’s average annual maximum temperature is 21°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Piriápolis’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Piriápolis climate page.
Current temperature in Piriápolis
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