The month in detail
What to expect in July
In July, Montevideo sees 13°C during the day with 4.6h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
July ranks 12 out of 12 months in Montevideo.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
10°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 23
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Is July the right month?
The best month in Montevideo is January (8.8/10), 4.6 pts higher than July.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Uruguay
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyPeso uruguayen ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJanuary · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 23%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Montevideo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
UruguayTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.8 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.90°S · 56.19°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Montevideo?
January is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.5h of sunshine and 19.0% rainy days. The months of January & February offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Montevideo get in January?
Montevideo averages 9.5 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Montevideo?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Montevideo in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Montevideo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Montevideo scores 8.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.3/10.
When should you avoid Montevideo?
June is the most difficult month to visit Montevideo, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Montevideo in July?
In July, the sea averages 10°C in Montevideo: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Montevideo in July?
The average UV index reaches 3 in July in Montevideo (moderate), with about 9.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.