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Punta del Este, Uruguay · Temperate oceanic

Punta del Este in September: go or not?

Mixed period. Punta del Este in September: 4.5/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 34.97°S · 54.95°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Why not
Punta del Este · September
4.5
11–16°
Temperature
27%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Nikolai Kolosov via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Autumn marks the end of peak season in Punta del Este. Temperatures drop (16.0°C) and rain returns (27.0% of days). Expect rain on 27.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

September ranks 8 out of 12 months in Punta del Este. Compared to August: +0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
10°
Sea
13°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Punta del Este is January (8.5/10), 4.0 pts higher than September.

See January →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Punta del Este, smart beach resort of Uruguay : 10,000 permanent inhabitants (population x10-x20 in high season from late December to mid-February). " Saint-Tropez of South America ", summer haunt of Argentinian, Brazilian and Uruguayan elites (wealthy Argentinians have their secondary residences here, it's one of the most expensive beach destinations in Latin America).

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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 monthJune · 14°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 35%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location

Where is Punta del Este ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Uruguay
Temperate oceanic climate with a 8.5 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.97°S · 54.95°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Punta del Este?
January is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 8.5h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of January & December offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Punta del Este get in January?
Punta del Este averages 8.5 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Punta del Este?
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 Punta del Este in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Punta del Este good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Punta del Este scores 7.8/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.0/10.
When should you avoid Punta del Este?
June is the most difficult month to visit Punta del Este, 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 Punta del Este in September?
In September, the sea averages 13°C in Punta del Este: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Punta del Este in September?
The average UV index reaches 5 in September in Punta del Este (moderate), with about 11.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.