The best times to visit Rivera for ideal weather are

February 26th to May 27th

or

August 6th to November 25th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Rivera Travel Info

Weather in Rivera

Temperature

Average temperatures in Rivera vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a chance of precipitation throughout most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 40th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Rivera, the hottest months are January, February, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late December where highs are regularly around 89.9°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.6°F (19.2°C) at night.

Rivera Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Rivera Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Rivera Perceived Temperature (F)

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Rivera Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Rivera Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 89 76.5 65.8
Feb 87.3 75.4 65.7
Mar 83.3 71.6 61.7
Apr 78.7 66.1 56
May 70 59.4 50.6
Jun 64.6 54.3 45.5
Jul 64.1 53.4 44.2
Aug 68.7 57.1 47.4
Sep 71 60.1 51
Oct 76.2 64.8 55.6
Nov 82.3 70.3 59.6
Dec 87 74.9 63.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 31.7 24.7 18.8
Feb 30.7 24.1 18.7
Mar 28.5 22 16.5
Apr 25.9 18.9 13.3
May 21.1 15.2 10.3
Jun 18.1 12.4 7.5
Jul 17.8 11.9 6.8
Aug 20.4 13.9 8.6
Sep 21.7 15.6 10.6
Oct 24.6 18.2 13.1
Nov 27.9 21.3 15.3
Dec 30.6 23.8 17.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Rivera are April, March, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid October with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 8th.

When can you find snow in Rivera? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Rivera.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Rivera (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 23% 0 5
Feb 30% 0 7.5
Mar 16% 0 4.9
Apr 13% 0 3.3
May 16% 0 4.1
Jun 17% 0 3
Jul 20% 0 4.2
Aug 21% 0 4.7
Sep 22% 0 5.7
Oct 25% 0 7.2
Nov 21% 0 5.6
Dec 22% 0 6.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 12.7
Feb 30 0 19.1
Mar 16 0 12.4
Apr 13 0 8.4
May 16 0 10.4
Jun 17 0 7.6
Jul 20 0 10.7
Aug 21 0 11.9
Sep 22 0 14.5
Oct 25 0 18.3
Nov 21 0 14.2
Dec 22 0 17.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Rivera has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is December (55.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (73%).

Wind in Rivera is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by August and October. September’s average wind speed of around 6.3 knots (7.3 MPH or 11.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid to late August where average top sustained speeds reach 11.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Rivera.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.8 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 5 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.3 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.1 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 6.1 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Sep 6.3 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Oct 6.1 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.9 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.9 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 59%
Feb 64.5%
Mar 66%
Apr 64.7%
May 72.5%
Jun 73%
Jul 69.6%
Aug 67%
Sep 67.6%
Oct 65.4%
Nov 58.7%
Dec 55.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Rivera?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe, except in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are regional travel advisories for Uruguay; exercise normal security precautions and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Rivera, Uruguay is January, followed by November and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Rivera in September. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 60.1 in September means 60.1% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Rivera Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 64.1°F (17.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 5 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Rivera, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 86.3°F (30.2°C) and 69.1°F (20.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Rivera to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 8 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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