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When Does Winter End in Uruguay? The Exact Day the Cold Season Concludes
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When Does Winter End in Uruguay? The Exact Day the Cold Season Concludes

From El País · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Winter in Uruguay will officially end on September 22, 2026, with the autumnal equinox.
  • Despite the official end date, the country is experiencing cold temperatures and frost due to an incoming polar air mass.
  • Meteorologists predict intense cold with low maximum temperatures and frost, which could benefit rural producers by helping combat ticks.

Uruguay is set to officially bid farewell to winter on September 22, 2026, marked by the autumnal equinox. This astronomical event signifies the moment the Sun crosses the celestial equator, ushering in spring. However, the calendar's transition does not immediately bring warmth, as the country is currently grappling with low temperatures and frost.

The farewell to winter 2026 in Uruguay already has a precise date. The end is expected at the September equinox which will occur in Montevideo on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 21:05 (local time).

— El PaísStating the official end date of winter in Uruguay.

Forecasters anticipate the arrival of a significant polar air mass, which will cause a marked drop in temperatures starting Monday, June 22. This cold snap is expected to bring frigid mornings and frost, with maximum temperatures potentially hovering around 15°C (59°F) and dipping lower between June 22 and June 24. Some forecasts suggest a more intense cold spell around June 23.

The Uruguayans are awaiting the arrival of an intense polar cold wave. Freezing mornings and frosts will be witnessed and a temperature drop throughout the week.

— El PaísDescribing the anticipated cold weather.

Meteorologists like José Serra note that while the cold may be uncomfortable, it serves a practical purpose in rural areas, aiding producers in combating ticks. Despite the official end of winter being months away, the current weather patterns highlight the lingering chill and the unpredictable nature of seasonal transitions in Uruguay.

This cold helps rural producers combat ticks.

— José SerraA meteorologist explaining a practical benefit of the cold weather.
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Originally published by El País in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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