Rivera, Uruguay experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 9 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records.
Rivera, Uruguay Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rivera, Uruguay. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.8/10
Best: March, April, October, November, December
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 23°C / 14°C
Feels Like 24°C / 13°C
Rainy Days 9
Rainfall 118 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 14°C
Frost Days 1 days
Hottest Month
30°C
January
Avg Low20°C
Rain9days
Coldest Month
9°C
July
Avg High17°C
Rain7days
Driest Month
7days
July
Avg High17°C
Avg Low9°C
Windiest Month
20 km/h
October (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding May, June, July, August due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:39
Daylight 10.2h
Sunset 17:49
Live conditions—
Rivera on the map · live conditions
Rivera, Uruguay
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Uruguay
- City
- Rivera
- Population
- 64.6K
- Coordinates
- -30.91°, -55.55°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 13°C
Rain 9 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 9 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Mar–May
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 9 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Jun–Aug
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 8 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 20°C . Feb: 30°C / 20°C . Mar: 27°C / 18°C . Apr: 24°C / 15°C . May: 19°C / 12°C . Jun: 17°C / 10°C . Jul: 17°C / 9°C . Aug: 19°C / 9°C . Sep: 21°C / 12°C . Oct: 23°C / 13°C . Nov: 26°C / 16°C . Dec: 29°C / 18°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 132 mm. Feb: 92 mm. Mar: 108 mm. Apr: 134 mm. May: 133 mm. Jun: 97 mm. Jul: 97 mm. Aug: 117 mm. Sep: 177 mm. Oct: 127 mm. Nov: 109 mm. Dec: 98 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 69%. Feb: 69%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 77%. May: 81%. Jun: 82%. Jul: 81%. Aug: 78%. Sep: 80%. Oct: 75%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 67%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 17 km/h . Jun: 18 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 19 km/h . Sep: 20 km/h . Oct: 20 km/h . Nov: 20 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 8h. May: 6h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 7h. Aug: 8h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 11h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 9. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 5. May: UV 4. Jun: UV 3. Jul: UV 4. Aug: UV 5. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 20 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 32°C | Jan · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 7°C | Jul · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Dec 2025 · 266 mm | Sep · 177 mm |
| Windiest month | Oct 2025 · 21 km/h | Oct · 20 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Good July
Good August
Good September
Good October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 9days (132 mm) Wet | 11.1h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| February | 30°C / 20°C | 32°C / 21°C | 9days (92 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March best | 27°C / 18°C | 29°C / 18°C | 9days (108 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 73% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 24°C / 15°C | 24°C / 15°C | 8days (134 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 77% Humid | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 19°C / 12°C | 19°C / 10°C | 10days (133 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 81% Humid | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| June | 17°C / 10°C | 16°C / 7°C | 8days (97 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 82% Humid | 3.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| July | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 6°C | 7days (97 mm) Good | 7h Good | 81% Humid | 3.6 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| August | 19°C / 9°C | 18°C / 7°C | 8days (117 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 78% Humid | 4.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| September | 21°C / 12°C | 21°C / 10°C | 11days (177 mm) Wet | 7.7h Good | 80% Humid | 5.2 High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 23°C / 13°C | 24°C / 12°C | 9days (127 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 75% Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 26°C / 16°C | 27°C / 15°C | 8days (109 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 29°C / 18°C | 31°C / 18°C | 8days (98 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rivera are March, April, October, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rivera, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rivera is January, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Rivera is July, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rivera is September, averaging 177mm of precipitation across 11 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Rivera runs through September, May, with the heaviest rainfall in September. Based on 10-year averages for Rivera.
Rivera receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is December with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Rivera.
The least favorable months to visit Rivera are May, June, July, August, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider March, April, October, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Rivera is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Rivera is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Rivera rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 1 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Rivera are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is October with peak winds reaching 20 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Rivera averages 8 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 49%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Rivera is 14°C (57°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Rivera has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Rivera ranges from 13°C (55°F) to 24°C (75°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Rivera. It earns a climate score of 6.9/10 with Good.
For June in Rivera, pack Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 17°C (63°F) and 8 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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