Best time to visit Punta del Este
Go inMarch–April and October–November
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January is party season; many places close in winter.
See Punta del Este on the globePunta del Este month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 26°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| February | Good | 26°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| March | Great | 24°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Great | 21°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| May | Great | 17°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| June | Good | 14°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| July | Good | 14°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| August | Good | 15°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| September | Great | 17°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| October | Great | 19°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Great | 22°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| December | Good | 25°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
Good to know
- Flights to Punta del Este are usually cheapest in March–October.
- Crowds and prices peak in December–February, so book early.
A giant hand sculpture, La Mano, rises from the sand of Playa Brava.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Punta del Este?
The best time to visit Punta del Este is March–April and October–November. January is party season; many places close in winter.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Punta del Este?
Flights are usually cheapest in March–October, when demand is lowest.
When is Punta del Este busiest?
Punta del Este is busiest in December–February.
What is the weather like in Punta del Este?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 26°C, and June the coolest at 14°C.
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