AI-generatedFray Bentos at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jan · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Jan · 25.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,540 h
- Rain a year
- 1,141 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Fray Bentos
Fray Bentos has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while July is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 2,540 hours of sunshine a year, Fray Bentos is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 9.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Fray Bentos
The best time to visit Fray Bentos is from November to March. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from November to April. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to November. The wettest month is March with 129 mm of precipitation.
Fray Bentos through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Fray Bentos in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–27 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Fray Bentos in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Fray Bentos in autumn
Mar – May
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Fray Bentos in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Nov – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:1319:04
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:58–06:46 · evening 18:32–19:20
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:48–05:58 · evening 19:20–19:30
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Fray Bentos compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 22° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea warms from 17° to 20°. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 14° |
| Sea | 17° | 20° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.3 h |
What is the weather like in Fray Bentos in October?
In October, Fray Bentos is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 51 min06:13 – 19:04
- UV index
- 9 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 49 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %78 %
- Seaweight 25 %24 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %68 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %64 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Fray Bentos
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Fray Bentos: score 95 against 60. In January, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 7 °C warmer in January. January has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 60 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 20° |
| Sea | 18.7° | 25.6° |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h | 9.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 107 mm | 102 mm |
| Muggy days | 2better | 14 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Fray Bentos month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
95January31° · Sea 26° · 9.3 h
In January, Fray Bentos is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 102 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in January91February29° · Sea 25° · 8.2 h
In February, Fray Bentos is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 115 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in February88March28° · Sea 24° · 7.5 h
In March, Fray Bentos is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 129 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in March69April24° · Sea 21° · 6.1 h
In April, Fray Bentos is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 120 mm. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in April34May20° · Sea 18° · 5.4 h
In May, Fray Bentos is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 68 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in May22June17° · Sea 14° · 4.7 h
In June, Fray Bentos is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in June24July17° · Sea 13° · 5.0 h
In July, Fray Bentos is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in July28August19° · Sea 14° · 5.9 h
In August, Fray Bentos is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in August38September21° · Sea 16° · 6.3 h
In September, Fray Bentos is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 80 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in September60October24° · Sea 19° · 7.1 h
In October, Fray Bentos is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in October85November27° · Sea 22° · 8.6 h
In November, Fray Bentos is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 100 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in November94December29° · Sea 24° · 9.3 h
In December, Fray Bentos is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 115 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Fray Bentos.
Fray Bentos in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Fray Bentos
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (7°), the warmest in January (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule in January; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from February to March and from November to December. Nights fall below 8 °C on average in July, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 95 | 31° | 20° | 25.6° | 9.3 h | 7 | 102 |
| FebruaryFeb | 91 | 29° | 19° | 25.4° | 8.2 h | 8 | 115 |
| MarchMar | 88 | 28° | 17° | 24.0° | 7.5 h | 9 | 129 |
| AprilApr | 69 | 24° | 14° | 21.0° | 6.1 h | 8 | 120 |
| MayMay | 34 | 20° | 11° | 17.5° | 5.4 h | 6 | 68 |
| JuneJun | 22 | 17° | 8° | 14.4° | 4.7 h | 6 | 61 |
| JulyJul | 24 | 17° | 7° | 13.1° | 5.0 h | 6 | 62 |
| AugustAug | 28 | 19° | 8° | 14.0° | 5.9 h | 6 | 83 |
| SeptemberSep | 38 | 21° | 10° | 15.8° | 6.3 h | 7 | 80 |
| OctoberOct | 60 | 24° | 13° | 18.7° | 7.1 h | 9 | 107 |
| NovemberNov | 85 | 27° | 15° | 21.6° | 8.6 h | 7 | 100 |
| DecemberDec | 94 | 29° | 18° | 24.0° | 9.3 h | 8 | 115 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Fray Bentos
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.6 – 20.1 °C
Swimming season: Nov – Apr
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Fray Bentos ranges from 13.1 °C in July to 25.6 °C in January. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from November to April.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in January, eight out of ten years were between 24.2 and 26.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 25.6° | 24.2° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| FebruaryFeb | 25.4° | 23.8° | 27.0° | pleasant |
| MarchMar | 24.0° | 22.8° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| AprilApr | 21.0° | 19.9° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| MayMay | 17.5° | 16.5° | 18.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 14.4° | 13.3° | 15.5° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.1° | 12.3° | 14.4° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.0° | 13.0° | 15.3° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 15.8° | 14.5° | 17.1° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 18.7° | 17.6° | 20.1° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 21.6° | 20.2° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 24.0° | 22.5° | 25.4° | pleasant |
Sunshine hours in Fray Bentos
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.1 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Fray Bentos, 55 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Fray Bentos: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Fray Bentos has about 9 rainy days with 107 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Fray Bentos
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 9 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Fray Bentos
How breezy and how cloudy Fray Bentos is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Fray Bentos typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Aug – Nov.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over Fray Bentos: variable cloud, with about 7.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Fray Bentos
How often the day gets hot in Fray Bentos (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Fray Bentos has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Fray Bentos
Weather for your travel dates
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Fray Bentos in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Fray Bentos has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 27).
- 75
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 27
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 60
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 95
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 13 h 45 min
- Distance
- 10,970 km
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (4 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Fray Bentos vs Tigre
In October Fray Bentos has the better holiday weather (score 60 vs 52). During the day Tigre is 2 °C cooler than Fray Bentos. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Fray Bentos | Tigre |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 60 | 52 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 22° |
| Sea | 19° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Nov – Mar | Nov – Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about Fray Bentos
When is the best time to visit Fray Bentos?
The best time to visit Fray Bentos is from November to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Fray Bentos?
The sea temperature in Fray Bentos ranges from 13.1 °C in July to 25.6 °C in January. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from November to April.
Can you swim in Fray Bentos in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.7 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from November to April.
What is the warmest month in Fray Bentos?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 20 °C. July is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Fray Bentos?
The wettest month is March with 129 mm of precipitation. The driest month is June with 61 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Fray Bentos get?
Fray Bentos gets around 2,540 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 9.3 hours a day; in June there are 4.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Fray Bentos in?
Fray Bentos is on UTC−3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Fray Bentos?
A nonstop flight from London to Fray Bentos takes about 13 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 10,970 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Fray Bentos?
Fray Bentos has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 95) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 27). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 75, May half-term 32, summer holidays 27, October half-term 60, Christmas holidays 95.