Uruguay Map
Interactive map of Uruguay with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
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 55°F (13°C) in Uruguay with overcast. It feels like 48°F. Today runs from 54°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 October. The forecast high of 57°F is 9°F below the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Uruguay today at 8.7/10. 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.
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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 | 6:16 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, May, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Neighboring countries in South America
Sorted by distance from Uruguay.
Getting to Uruguay
- Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) · 135 mi
- Buenos Aires · 128 mi · roughly 2.9 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Uruguay
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ezeiza International Airport | EZE | 135 mi | Buenos Aires |
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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 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 75% and wind is 13 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 6:16 PM.
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 October 26, 2026 at 6:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
