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San Miguel national park

National Park

In Uruguay's Rocha Department, San Miguel National Park protects coastal habitats and adjacent plains; visitors explore trails, dunes and birding along Atlantic‑adjacent landscapes.

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San Miguel national park essentials

Address: San Miguel National Park, Rocha Department, Uruguay
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit San Miguel national park

Spring and autumn favor comfortable weather for hiking and coastal exploration.

Spring
September-November · 15-25°C
Warming weather and floral activity inland near coastal areas.
Autumn
March-May · 15-25°C
Milder temperatures and lower summer tourism.

Weather & Climate near San Miguel national park

Climate

San Miguel national park's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 7°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1218 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Air Quality: AQI 34 Good
Best Time to Visit
MarchDecemberJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 18° - 27° 22° 108 mm partly cloudy 74% 3.8 m/s 2.7 extreme 13.9h
February Very Good 18° - 27° 22° 125 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.2h
March Excellent 16° - 26° 21° 90 mm partly cloudy 79% 3.1 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
April Very Good 13° - 22° 18° 95 mm partly cloudy 81% 2.9 m/s 1.0 high 11.1h
May Good 10° - 19° 14° 94 mm partly cloudy 85% 3.0 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.3h
June Good 8° - 16° 12° 114 mm partly cloudy 87% 3.0 m/s 0.4 low 9.8h
July Good 7° - 15° 11° 126 mm partly cloudy 87% 3.3 m/s 0.4 low 10.0h
August Very Good 8° - 16° 12° 95 mm partly cloudy 85% 3.6 m/s 0.6 moderate 10.8h
September Good 9° - 18° 14° 99 mm partly cloudy 83% 3.7 m/s 1.0 high 11.8h
October Very Good 11° - 20° 16° 90 mm partly cloudy 81% 4.1 m/s 1.6 very high 12.8h
November Excellent 13° - 23° 18° 95 mm partly cloudy 77% 3.8 m/s 2.2 extreme 13.7h
December Excellent 16° - 26° 21° 87 mm partly cloudy 75% 3.9 m/s 2.6 extreme 14.2h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to San Miguel national park

The park is reached by regional roads in Rocha Department; most visitors drive from Rocha city or nearby coastal towns. Local tourist offices in Rocha can provide up-to-date directions and access information.

Tips for Visiting San Miguel national park

  • Check with Uruguay's Dirección Nacional de Medio Ambiente or local park authorities for access rules and fees.
  • Pair a visit with the coastal scenery of Rocha Department for beaches and wildlife observation.