Rivadavia, Salta


Rivadavia is a town in eastern Salta Province, Argentina in the Department of Rivadavia, from the city of Salta. It is in a low-lying region of the province.

Climate

Rivadavia has a semi-arid climate according to the Köppen climate classification. Temperature extremes can be very high in the summer especially in early summer before the heaviest and most persistent rain. The highest temperature ever recorded in South America was held by Rivadavia, when it peaked at on December 11, 1905.

Climate details

According to the Köppen climate classification Rivadavia has a hot humid subtropical climate with significant tropical influence. The climate combines a wet summer season with a dry winter and it is classified as 'Cwa'.
However, using the Trewartha climate classification the climate is semi-arid with very hot summers and mild winters, being classified as 'BShl'.