Geography of Uruguay
Geography of Uruguay: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Uruguay
Buenos Aires is 128 mi to the west, Argentina is 128 mi to the west, Ezeiza International Airport is 135 mi to the west and Parana River is 537 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 34°54′4″S 56°9′52.2″W (-34.9011, -56.1645)
Quick facts about Uruguay
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 34°54′4″S 56°9′52.2″W (-34.9011, -56.1645) |
| Capital | Montevideo |
| Population | 3.400.000 |
| Area | 68.037 sq mi |
| ISO code | UY |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | URY |
| Currency | Uruguayan peso (UYU) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +598 |
| Time zone | America/Montevideo |
| Local time | 8:43 AM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, May, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Uruguay is a country in South America. Uruguay is a country in South America with its capital at Montevideo. It has a population of about 3.4 million. The capital is Montevideo.
Right now it is 48°F (9°C) in Uruguay with overcast. It feels like 36°F. Today runs from 47°F to 50°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.2/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Uruguay is January, February, May, September, October, November and December. The climate is Mediterranean. March, June and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 47°F.
The closest major airport is Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), about 135 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 50°F is 7.2°F below the 57°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Uruguay today at 8.2/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Uruguay 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 | 75° | 67° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 78° | 69° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 74° | 67° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 68° | 62° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 60° | 54° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 56° | 49° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 54° | 47° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 57° | 50° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 60° | 53° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 66° | 57° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 70° | 61° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 74° | 66° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Uruguay?
Uruguay is a country in South America. Its coordinates are -34.9011, -56.1645. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Uruguay right now?
It is currently 48°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 23 mph.
When is the best time to visit Uruguay?
January, February, May, September, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Uruguay, which has a Mediterranean climate. March, June and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Uruguay in?
Uruguay observes America/Montevideo (UTC-03:00). The local time is 8:43 AM.
How many people live in Uruguay?
Uruguay has a population of approximately 3.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Uruguay?
The closest airports are Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), 135 mi away.
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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 August 21, 2026 at 8:43 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
