Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 15° 10° | 12° 9° | 11° 6° | 13° 4° | 13° 6° | 14° 4° | 19° 7° |
| Precipitation | 5% | 72% | 34% | 4% | 12% | 5% | 5% |
| Humidity | 79% | 81% | 67% | 65% | 66% | 61% | 68% |
| Wind | 18 km/h | 31 km/h | 24 km/h | 11 km/h | 33 km/h | 14 km/h | 20 km/h |
Best time to visit Montevideo
The best time to visit Montevideo is from October to March, when temperatures are mild to warm and coastal activities are available, with Carnival in February and March. April to September is cooler and generally better suited to museums and cultural visits, while rain, thunderstorms and strong frontal winds can affect outdoor plans throughout the year.
JanuaryTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)43Sun Hours11Dry Days22
January is warm and generally dry, around 20-29°C. Beaches are lively, with summer outings and occasional thunderstorms or strong frontal winds.
FebruaryTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)60Sun Hours9Dry Days19
February is warm and relatively dry, around 19-28°C. Carnival and coastal activities suit the summer season, though thunderstorms and strong winds can occur.
MarchTemp (°C)21°Rain (mm)55Sun Hours9Dry Days22
March is warm, around 17-26°C, with Carnival events and beach days. Some coastal restaurants and businesses close, while sudden thunderstorms and strong winds remain possible.
AprilTemp (°C)18°Rain (mm)40Sun Hours8Dry Days22
April is mild, around 14-22°C, with relatively warm seawater and coastal outings. Autumn rain, thunderstorms and strong frontal winds can disrupt outdoor plans.
MayTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)41Sun Hours6Dry Days23
May is mild, around 11-19°C, and seawater can remain suitable for coastal activities. Rainy spells, thunderstorms and forceful winds may affect outdoor plans.
JuneTemp (°C)12°Rain (mm)37Sun Hours6Dry Days23
June is cool, around 8-15°C, and suits museums and cultural visits. Southern right whales may be seen offshore, while rain, thunderstorms and strong winds can affect outdoor days.
JulyTemp (°C)12°Rain (mm)65Sun Hours6Dry Days23
July is cool, around 7-14°C, making city sightseeing and indoor culture suitable. Winter rain, thunderstorms and strong winds can arrive with passing fronts.
AugustTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)55Sun Hours8Dry Days23
August is cool, around 8-16°C, with cultural activities and quiet city visits. Rainy spells, sudden thunderstorms and strong frontal winds can interrupt outdoor plans.
SeptemberTemp (°C)14°Rain (mm)57Sun Hours8Dry Days21
September is cool to mild, around 10-18°C, and whale watching remains possible offshore. Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds can accompany fast-moving fronts.
OctoberTemp (°C)16°Rain (mm)48Sun Hours9Dry Days22
October is mild, around 12-20°C, with beaches and restaurants beginning to reopen. Whale watching remains possible, while spring thunderstorms and strong winds can affect outings.
NovemberTemp (°C)19°Rain (mm)62Sun Hours11Dry Days22
November is warm, around 15-24°C, with coastal businesses reopening and whale watching or fishing available. Passing fronts can bring thunderstorms and strong winds.
DecemberTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)53Sun Hours11Dry Days23
December is warm, around 18-27°C, with lively coastal areas and summer activities. Thunderstorms and strong frontal winds can affect beach days, especially around Christmas and New Year.
Sources: audleytravel.com
Full Day Punta del Este
Cost: From 45 USD · Duration: 10 hours · ★ 4.9 (873 reviews)
Small groups, professional tour guides, flexibility and excellence are outstanding characteristics of our tours.
Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo
Cost: From 25 USD · Duration: 3.5 hours · ★ 4.8 (467 reviews)
We work with small groups. Our tour guides speak English and Portuguese fluently. During the tour we stop at the emblematic places of the city. In addition we give a lot of information about education, history, culture and traditions of the country. We work with small groups and flexiblility. We have regular tours and private tours. Both are availa
Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour
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We are the only agency that works with small groups. We explain with details and calm the history of the city. In addition, we give a lot of free time to enjoy the city. Our tour its the best combination of free time, information and confort. In addition, if you need to take the ferry boat to Buenos Aires we can finish the tour at the port.
Montevideo Electric Bicycle Tour
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Shared Montevideo Tour for Cruisers
Cost: From 30 USD · Duration: 3 hours · ★ 4.1 (123 reviews)
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Private Have It Your Way Tour in Montevideo
Cost: From 160 USD · ★ 4.9 (103 reviews)
Be prepared for an exclusive trip through our capital with a true local! We will share our knowledge in an engaging and entertaining way, and invite questions and interaction from the tour members and why not, the locals! We have been awarded with the Badge of Excellence for the tour that you deserve! . Your adventure will start at your pick up poi
Brief
- Try local specialties such as chivito, parrillada, dulce de leche and yerba mate.
- Ride-hailing apps are generally available in Montevideo, but cars may be harder to find outside the city and cash payment may not be accepted when booking through an app. (
auswaertiges-amt.de)
- Argentine pop-rock band Tan Biónica is scheduled to perform at Antel Arena on September 18, 2026. (
riotimesonline.com)
Safety and health
- Montevideo has seen increased robbery and theft, including armed robberies affecting restaurants and nightlife areas. Exercise particular caution in parts of the Old Town and city centre outside business hours, as well as in Pocitos, Punta Carretas and Carrasco. Drug-related violence has also increased in areas including El Monarca, Villa del Cerro, Conciliación, Marconi and Barrio Borro. (
- Demonstrations regularly occur near the Legislative Palace, City Hall, Parque Batlle, Plaza Libertad, universities and the US embassy. Avoid gatherings and check local traffic conditions if travelling near these areas. (
state.gov)
- Chagas disease and New World screwworm are listed travel risks. Reduce insect exposure, keep cuts covered, avoid contact with livestock and use screened accommodation, especially during warmer months or after heavy rain. (
cdc.gov)
- Tap water is generally safe in Montevideo and other major cities, but follow hotel or host advice if the property uses a private storage tank. (
wikivoyage.org)
Recent News
- September 3, 2026: University students marched in Montevideo after an attempted feminicide involving a medical student. The demonstration may cause localized disruption around university facilities and central routes. (
elpais.com)
