Geography of Paraguay
Geography of Paraguay: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Paraguay
Parana River is 171 mi to the south-west and Iguazu National Park is 198 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 25°15′49.3″S 57°34′33.2″W (-25.2637, -57.5759)
Quick facts about Paraguay
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 25°15′49.3″S 57°34′33.2″W (-25.2637, -57.5759) |
| Capital | Asuncion |
| Population | 6.900.000 |
| Area | 157.048 sq mi |
| ISO code | PY |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | PRY |
| Currency | Paraguayan guarani (PYG) |
| Languages | Spanish, Guarani |
| Calling code | +595 |
| Time zone | America/Asuncion |
| Local time | 6:42 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | January, July and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Paraguay is a country in South America. Paraguay is a country in South America with its capital at Asuncion. It has a population of about 6.9 million. The capital is Asuncion.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Paraguay with clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 62°F to 73°F. Chance of precipitation is 86%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Paraguay is January, July and September. The climate is temperate. June, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 57°F.
Nearby highlights include Parana River and Iguazu National Park.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 73°F is 11.9°F below the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Paraguay today at 8.1/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Paraguay month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 93° | 75° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 95° | 77° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 91° | 75° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 69° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 74° | 61° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 72° | 58° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 73° | 57° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 76° | 59° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 82° | 64° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 85° | 68° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 89° | 71° | 8,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 89° | 73° | 9,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Paraguay?
Paraguay is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -25.2637, -57.5759. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Paraguay right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 74% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Paraguay?
January, July and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Paraguay, which has a temperate climate. June, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Paraguay in?
Paraguay observes America/Asuncion (UTC-03:00). The local time is 6:42 PM.
How many people live in Paraguay?
Paraguay has a population of approximately 6.9 million.
What are the top things to do in Paraguay?
Popular options include Parana River and Iguazu National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 6:42 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
