Uruguay Travel Guide
Uruguay travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 mainly clear. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 53°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
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 about average for September. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Uruguay today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Uruguay
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 34°54′4″S 56°9′52.2″W (-34.9011, -56.1645)
Weather in Uruguay right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:16 PM, Sep 18 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 62° / 56°
Overcast · 35% rain · wind 11 mph
⛈️ 62° / 58°
Thunderstorm · 76% rain · wind 16 mph
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 | 12:16 PM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | January, February, May, September, October, November and December |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Best time to visit Uruguay
Go in January, February, May, September, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, June and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, June and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 mainly clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 8 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 12:16 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 September 18, 2026 at 12:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
