Climate normals · 1970–2000
Salta Climate
Salta is a city in Argentina (17) with a population of about 520,683. Its average annual temperature is 17.2°C (63°F), with roughly 725 mm of rain per year.
17.2°C
Avg Temp
725
Precip (mm/yr)
Dec
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
Salta Climate
Salta has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) and receives about 725 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is December and the coldest is July. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.2°C
Avg Temp
725
Precip (mm/yr)
Dec
Hottest Month
Jul
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 71° | 176 mm |
| February | 21° / 70° | 146 mm |
| March | 20° / 68° | 120 mm |
| April | 17° / 62° | 36 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 10 mm |
| June | 11° / 52° | 5 mm |
| July | 11° / 51° | 4 mm |
| August | 13° / 56° | 4 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 7 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 29 mm |
| November | 21° / 69° | 64 mm |
| December | 22° / 72° | 124 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Salta
The most comfortable months to visit Salta are typically October, November and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is December (around 28°C high). The coldest is July (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Salta are typically October, November and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Salta, Argentina has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C and about 725 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is December and the coldest is July.
In December, the hottest month, daily highs in Salta average about 28°C (82°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.