Punta del Este weather and climate
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Overview
Punta del Este weather and climate
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Overview
Day
18 °C
Night
11 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
97 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
80 %
Day
18 °C
Night
11 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
97 mm
in month
Rainy days
8 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
5 hours
average
Humidity
80 %
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Weather overview
Punta del Este (Uruguay) in general has a hot climate. The day temperatures range from 14 °C (57 °F) in July to 26 °C (78 °F) in January. The highest sea temperatures in Punta del Este are in February with 22 °C (72 °F) and the lowest in July with 12 °C (53 °F). The driest month is August with just 8 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is February with 10 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 8 °C (46 °F) in July to 18 °C (65 °F) in January.
January weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable this month in Punta del Este. The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 26 °C (78 °F), while the rise of the sea temperature can be observed, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F). The maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value of 18 °C (65 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed in January.
February weather
There is pending tourist season in Punta del Este. The maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, its value is 10 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed in this month. The sea temperature reaches its maximum in February. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 7 hours.
March weather
There is pending tourist season this month in Punta del Este. The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 9 days, while the rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value being 93 mm (3.65 in). The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 24 °C (75 °F), and the beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed as well, its value is 17 °C (63 °F).
April weather
The sea temperature starts to descent, with its value being 20 °C (67 °F) in Punta del Este, while the day temperature continues to descent, with its value of 21 °C (69 °F). The number of rainy days continues to descent, its value is 8 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descent's start could be observed in April. The night temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 14 °C (58 °F).
May weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 18 °C (64 °F) in Punta del Este, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 17 °C (62 °F). The maximum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, the value of this measure is 97 mm (3.83 in). The night temperature continues to descent, with its value being 11 °C (53 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, the value of this measure is 5 hours.
June weather
The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 14 °C (58 °F) in Punta del Este, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed too, with its value being 14 °C (56 °F). The night temperature continues to descent, with its value of 9 °C (48 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, its value is 4 hours. The maximum of the humidity is observable in June. The minimum of the day length is observable, with its value being 10 hours.
July weather
The day temperature is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 14 °C (57 °F) in Punta del Este, and the sea temperature reaches its minimum too. The beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in this month. The night temperature is on its minimum, its value is 8 °C (46 °F).
August weather
The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value of 8 days in Punta del Este. The number of sun hours (without clouds) rise's start could be observed, with its value of 5 hours. The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed in August.
September weather
The sea temperature starts to rise, with its value of 13 °C (55 °F) in Punta del Este, while the day temperature continues to rise, its value is 16 °C (61 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 6 hours. The night temperature starts to rise, the value of this measure is 10 °C (50 °F).
October weather
The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 19 °C (66 °F) in Punta del Este, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed too, the value of this measure is 15 °C (59 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, with its value being 96 mm (3.79 in), and the number of rainy days starts to rise too in October. The night temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 12 °C (54 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
November weather
The rise of the sea temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 17 °C (63 °F) in Punta del Este, and the rise of the day temperature can be observed as well, with its value being 22 °C (71 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 90 mm (3.53 in). The night temperature continues to rise.
December weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value being 24 °C (76 °F) in Punta del Este, and the sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month too. The tourist season is about to start. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 8 days, while the minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, the value of this measure is 70 mm (2.76 in). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed, with its value being 9 hours.
FAQs
Is January part of the wet season in Punta del Este?
No, there is no wet season in January in Punta del Este - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.
Is it hot in February in Punta del Este?
In Punta del Este in February, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.
What is the temperature in Punta del Este during the day in March?
The average daily temperature in Punta del Este in March is 24 °C (75 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
What is the average number of rainy days in April in Punta del Este?
In April in Punta del Este, we can expect 8 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.9 days of the week, or in general - 28 % days.
Is May part of the dry season in Punta del Este?
No, May is not a dry month in Punta del Este, expect rain approximately 8 days in a month.
How windy is Punta del Este in September?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Punta del Este in September is 5.
What is the air temperature in Punta del Este in October at night?
The average night temperature in Punta del Este in October is 12 °C (54 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
What is the sea temperature in November in Punta del Este?
The temperature of the sea in Punta del Este in November is 17 °C (63 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
Is December a good month to visit Punta del Este?
December is a good month to visit Punta del Este. The temperature during the day will be nice 24 °C (76 °F). There are only 8 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. A sea temperature of 20 °C (68 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 16 °C (61 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.