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Montevideo

Visit in December — score 68/100 · avg high 87°F · 21 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

#2
88°/62°F
25 rain days
14.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

#3
88°/62°F
26 rain days
13.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

84°/60°F
28 rain days
12.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

77°/54°F
27 rain days
11.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

70°/48°F
20 rain days
10.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

65°/43°F
21 rain days
9.7h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

64°/40°F
21 rain days
9.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

69°/42°F
21 rain days
10.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

70°/45°F
22 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

76°/49°F
24 rain days
12.9h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

82°/54°F
22 rain days
13.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

#1
87°/58°F
21 rain days
14.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January6274°88°62°2510014.1hModerateBelow avg
February6074°88°62°2610213.3hModerateBelow avg
March5770°84°60°2811312.3hModerateBelow avg
April4565°77°54°2710711.1hModerateAverage
May3858°70°48°208210.2hModerateAverage
June2153°65°43°21839.7hHighAbove avg
July1951°64°40°21869.9hHighAverage
August2553°69°42°218510.7hHighAverage
September2956°70°45°228911.8hHighAbove avg
October4261°76°49°249812.9hHighAverage
November5966°82°54°228713.9hModerateBelow avg
December6871°87°58°218514.3hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
43/100
High
76°F
Low
49°F
Rain days
23/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Montevideo (September, October, November) brings average highs of 76°F and lows of 49°F, with about 23 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 43/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 59/100.

Summer

Score
63/100
High
88°F
Low
61°F
Rain days
24/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Montevideo (December, January, February) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 61°F, with about 24 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 63/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 68/100.

Fall

Score
47/100
High
77°F
Low
54°F
Rain days
25/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Montevideo (March, April, May) brings average highs of 77°F and lows of 54°F, with about 25 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 57/100.

Winter

Score
22/100
High
66°F
Low
42°F
Rain days
21/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Montevideo (June, July, August) brings average highs of 66°F and lows of 42°F, with about 21 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 22/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 25/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Montevideo?
The best month to visit Montevideo is December, with an overall travel score of 68/100. Expect average highs of 87°F, about 21 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Montevideo expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Montevideo are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Montevideo in December?
December in Montevideo has average highs of 87°F and lows of 58°F, with approximately 21 rainy days and 14.3 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 68/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Montevideo?
The most affordable time to visit Montevideo is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is July (score: 19/100).

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