When to visit Uruguay

Uruguay enjoys a temperate climate year-round, with mild winters and warm summers. The weather is generally pleasant for travel in any season, though each period offers a different experience.

A GUIDE TO THE SEASONS

Summer (December-March) brings warm temperatures around 25-28°C, ideal for beach holidays. This is peak season – expect higher prices and crowds, particularly during Carnival celebrations. If you’re heading for the coast, book ahead for December and January.

Spring (September-November) and autumn (April-May) offer the best balance: temperatures of 18-24°C, fewer crowds, and excellent conditions for exploring colonial towns, wine tasting and city sightseeing. November is a particularly good time to visit the coast before the summer rush.

Winter (June-August) is mild at 10-14°C. While not beach weather, this is prime time for spotting southern right whales off Uruguay’s coast, and a quieter period for visiting cities and towns. The wettest months tend to be July and August.

Around February-March, Uruguayans celebrate Carnival with parades, live music and general frivolity, particularly in Montevideo. Some festivities continue for over a month.

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November - February

This is the warmest and driest time of the year to visit and is perfect for horse riding, wine tasting and visiting the beach. If you’re heading for the coast, November is a great time to visit as it’s much quieter – in December and January make sure you book ahead. February / March is also carnival meaning plenty of festivities across the country.

26°C Average max daytime temperature

17°C Average min nighttime temperature

9 days per season rainfall

Low humidity

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March - October

From March Uruguay’s autumn begins. However, the sea is generally at its warmest in April and May, making it a good time to visit the beaches. Once the winter months kick in in June (to September) Uruguay is much quieter making it a good time to visit the cities and towns and also to spot southern right whales.

19°C Average max daytime temperature

11°C Average min nighttime temperature

8 days per season rainfall

Low humidity

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