Constitution Square, Montevideo
Square Historic central plaza in Montevideo with monuments
Montevideo’s Constitution Square anchors the Ciudad Vieja with the Metropolitan Cathedral and historic government buildings; visitors come for colonial architecture and street markets.
How to Get to Constitution Square, Montevideo #
Plaza Constitución is in Montevideo’s Ciudad Vieja (Old City), a short walk from the port and the main bus terminals. It is easily reached on foot from Plaza Independencia and by local buses that serve the historic centre.
Tips for Visiting Constitution Square, Montevideo #
- Visit early morning to see local vendors setting up and to avoid peak pedestrian traffic in the old city.
- Combine a walk through Ciudad Vieja and the nearby Solís Theatre for historical context.
- Watch for pickpockets in crowded areas-standard city safety precautions apply.
Best Time to Visit Constitution Square, Montevideo #
Walkable year-round; spring and autumn provide the most comfortable weather for exploring the historic quarter.
Weather & Climate near Constitution Square, Montevideo #
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (873 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 87 mm of rain.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).
