Climate of La Rioja, Argentina
Area-weighted average across La Rioja. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
La Rioja, a subdivision of Argentina, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 8.2°C / 46.8°F in July to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in January, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in to 64 mm / 2.5 in depending on the season (301 mm / 11.9 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.8°C71.2°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| February | 20.6°C69.1°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| March | 18.6°C65.5°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 14.9°C58.8°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 11.6°C52.9°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| June | 8.5°C47.3°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| July | 8.2°C46.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| August | 10.3°C50.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| September | 13.2°C55.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| October | 16.6°C61.9°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19.3°C66.7°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 21.4°C70.5°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit La Rioja?
The best months to visit La Rioja, Argentina for sunny, dry weather are March, April, October, November, December. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 21.8°C / 71.2°F, and the driest is June with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of La Rioja?
La Rioja, Argentina has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 8.2°C / 46.8°F in July to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 301 mm / 11.9 in, with the wettest month being January (64 mm / 2.5 in) and the driest June (4 mm / 0.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in La Rioja?
The hottest month in La Rioja is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.8°C / 71.2°F.
What is the coldest month in La Rioja?
The coldest month in La Rioja is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 8.2°C / 46.8°F.
When does it rain most in La Rioja?
The wettest month in La Rioja is January, averaging about 64 mm / 2.5 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 4 mm / 0.2 in.