Asuncion, Paraguay Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Asuncion
Located in Paraguay, Asuncion experiences a tropical rainforest climate with steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month. Afternoon temperatures peak near 91°F (33°C) in January and dip to about 73°F (23°C) in July, with around 59.4 inches (1509 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: January - highs near 91°F (33°C)
- Coldest month: July - highs near 73°F (23°C)
- Record high: 107°F (42°C) · Record low: 36°F (2°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (12 rainy days) · Sunniest: January (11.4 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical rainforest - steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on January. Highs average 91°F (33°C) and overnight lows stay near 76°F (24°C). The coolest month is July, with typical highs of 73°F (23°C) and lows around 57°F (14°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 107°F (42°C) and dropped as low as 36°F (2°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 8.2 inches (209 mm) of rain over 12 days, while July is the driest. January brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.4 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 91° | 76° | 13 | 5.8 in | 11.4 h/day | 71% |
| February | 90° | 74° | 10 | 4.0 in | 10.9 h/day | 70% |
| March | 87° | 72° | 11 | 5.0 in | 10.1 h/day | 72% |
| April | 82° | 68° | 9 | 6.2 in | 9.2 h/day | 76% |
| May | 74° | 61° | 11 | 5.1 in | 7.6 h/day | 79% |
| June | 72° | 58° | 7 | 2.6 in | 7.6 h/day | 77% |
| July | 73° | 57° | 6 | 2.4 in | 8.0 h/day | 73% |
| August | 78° | 60° | 6 | 2.6 in | 8.9 h/day | 67% |
| September | 82° | 64° | 8 | 2.5 in | 9.3 h/day | 66% |
| October | 84° | 68° | 12 | 8.2 in | 9.7 h/day | 71% |
| November | 87° | 70° | 12 | 8.0 in | 10.5 h/day | 69% |
| December | 89° | 73° | 12 | 7.1 in | 11.2 h/day | 70% |
Asuncion month by month
Asuncion weather in January
January brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 13 wet days - typically the hottest month and the sunniest month of the year in Asuncion.
Asuncion weather in February
February brings highs around 90°F (32°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), about 10 wet days.
Asuncion weather in March
March brings highs around 87°F (31°C), lows near 72°F (22°C), about 11 wet days.
Asuncion weather in April
April brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 9 wet days.
Asuncion weather in May
May brings highs around 74°F (24°C), lows near 61°F (16°C), about 11 wet days.
Asuncion weather in June
June brings highs around 72°F (22°C), lows near 58°F (15°C), about 7 wet days.
Asuncion weather in July
July brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 6 wet days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in Asuncion.
Asuncion weather in August
August brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 60°F (16°C), about 6 wet days.
Asuncion weather in September
September brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 8 wet days.
Asuncion weather in October
October brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 12 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Asuncion.
Asuncion weather in November
November brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 12 wet days.
Asuncion weather in December
December brings highs around 89°F (32°C), lows near 73°F (23°C), about 12 wet days.
Seasons in Asuncion
September through November
September through November in Asuncion runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 67°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
December through February
December through February in Asuncion is hot, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 74°F (23°C); expect showers on roughly 36 days across the season.
March through May
March through May in Asuncion runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 67°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 32 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Asuncion brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (23°C) and nights around 59°F (15°C); expect showers on roughly 19 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Asuncion
The best time to visit Asuncion is generally June to September, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 76°F (25°C).
Pack for Asuncion with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - January nights average 76°F (24°C).
Asuncion temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.