Cuchilla de Belén

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Cuchilla de Belén essentials

Country: Uruguay
Driest months: Jun-Aug
Pay in: Peso ($)
Language: Spanish

Cuchilla de Belén at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Cuchilla de Belén

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions for walking the ridge and seeing expansive views.

Spring
September-November (Southern Hemisphere spring) · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Vegetation in bloom and comfortable hiking conditions.
Autumn
March-May · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Crisp days and long visibility across plains; fewer insects.

Weather & Climate near Cuchilla de Belén

Climate

Cuchilla de Belén's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1435 mm/year), wettest in February.

Air Quality: AQI 32 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
32°
Warmest Month
7°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 19° - 32° 26° 148 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
February - 18° - 30° 24° 158 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
March - 17° - 29° 23° 154 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
April - 13° - 25° 19° 143 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
May - 10° - 21° 16° 109 mm - - 2.9 m/s - -
June - 8° - 18° 13° 81 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
July - 7° - 18° 13° 88 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
August - 8° - 20° 14° 70 mm - - 3.7 m/s - -
September - 10° - 22° 16° 100 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
October - 13° - 25° 19° 135 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -
November - 15° - 28° 22° 128 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
December - 18° - 31° 24° 121 mm - - 3.5 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Cuchilla de Belén

Access is by regional roads from the departmental capital; expect gravel and secondary routes. The nearest towns will provide directions and local guidance to safe crossings and viewpoints.

Tips for Visiting Cuchilla de Belén

  • If crossing ridges, wear windproof layers - the Cuchilla's crest catches the breeze.
  • Talk to local farmers in nearby towns; the ridge is used for grazing and small-scale agriculture, and locals often point out the best scenic pulls-offs.
  • Bring binoculars: the high grass offers long sightlines and good birdwatching opportunities.