Climate of Montevideo, Uruguay
Area-weighted average across Montevideo. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Montevideo, a subdivision of Uruguay, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 10.3°C / 50.5°F in July to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in January, with rainfall from 68 mm / 2.7 in to 93 mm / 3.7 in depending on the season (947 mm / 37.3 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 | 22.7°C72.9°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| February | 22.1°C71.8°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| March | 20.6°C69.1°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| April | 17°C62.6°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| May | 13.7°C56.7°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| June | 10.8°C51.4°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| July | 10.3°C50.5°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| August | 11.3°C52.3°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| September | 13°C55.4°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| October | 15.7°C60.3°F | 93 mm3.7″ | — |
| November | 18.3°C64.9°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 21.1°C70°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Montevideo?
Montevideo, Uruguay does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 22.7°C / 72.9°F, and the driest is June at 68 mm / 2.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Montevideo?
Montevideo, Uruguay has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 10.3°C / 50.5°F in July to 22.7°C / 72.9°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 947 mm / 37.3 in, with the wettest month being October (93 mm / 3.7 in) and the driest June (68 mm / 2.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Montevideo?
The hottest month in Montevideo is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.7°C / 72.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Montevideo?
The coldest month in Montevideo is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 10.3°C / 50.5°F.
When does it rain most in Montevideo?
The wettest month in Montevideo is October, averaging about 93 mm / 3.7 in of rainfall. The driest is June with about 68 mm / 2.7 in.