Purmamarca Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Purmamarca’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Argentina.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Year-round, Purmamarca experiences a consistently moderate climate. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 18°C in December to a moderate 15°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -1°C in July.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Purmamarca by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. December, the city’s warmest month, sees 208 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 9.7 mm of rainfall spread over roughly a single day. It records 200 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Argentina Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Argentina. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Purmamarca Temperatures Compared World Wide
Purmamarca’s average annual maximum temperature is 17°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Purmamarca, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 68% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 15°C. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Purmamarca’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Purmamarca climate page.
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