Climate for Station: Concepcion, Concepción, Paraguay
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Climate Analysis & Overview
Concepción, Paraguay, is experiencing a notable warming trend, with significant temperature increases over the past decade. The distribution of rainfall has become more even, indicating a shift in precipitation patterns. These changes are crucial for understanding the region's climate dynamics and future implications.
Climate Classification and Geographic Influences
Concepción, located in the Región Oriental of Paraguay, falls under the Köppen climate classification of Aw, denoting a tropical savanna climate with a distinct wet and dry season. The region's geography, characterised by its proximity to the Paraguay River, influences its climate patterns, moderating temperatures and affecting humidity levels. This riverine influence is crucial in shaping the local microclimate, which can differ from surrounding areas.
Decadal Temperature Surge
Over the past decade, Concepción has witnessed a significant warming trend. High temperatures have increased by 2.05°C (3.69°F), while lows have risen by 0.63°C (1.13°F). This sharp rise in temperatures suggests a shift towards hotter conditions, which could impact local agriculture and water resources. The decadal trend is more pronounced than the all-time trend, indicating a recent acceleration in warming.
Long-term Warming Trends
The all-time temperature trends in Concepción reveal a gradual warming. Highs have increased by 0.10°C (0.18°F), and lows by 0.03°C (0.06°F). This long-term data suggests a consistent rise in temperatures, albeit at a slower rate than the recent decade. Such trends are indicative of broader climate changes impacting the region over an extended period.
Precipitation Patterns and Distribution
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Concepción has decreased from a baseline of 12.71 to a current value of 10.85. This reduction implies that rainfall is now more evenly distributed throughout the year, rather than being concentrated in fewer, intense events. This shift towards a more balanced precipitation pattern could have positive implications for water management and agricultural planning, reducing the risk of droughts and floods.
Temperature Extremes and Records
Concepción has experienced extreme temperatures, with a record high of 46.4°C (115.5°F) and a record low of -2.8°C (27.0°F). These extremes highlight the region's vulnerability to temperature fluctuations, which can have significant impacts on both human health and the environment. Understanding these records is crucial for developing adaptive strategies to mitigate the effects of extreme weather events.
These climate dynamics in Concepción are set against Paraguay's broader regional climate goals, which aim to enhance resilience and adaptive capacity in the face of climate change. Recent weather events, such as increased frequency of heatwaves, underscore the importance of these efforts.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: +2.05 °C/decade
Low: +0.63 °C/decade
Rain: -1.05 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.21 °C/decade
Low: +0.29 °C/decade
Rain: -0.07 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.10 °C/decade
Low: +0.03 °C/decade
Rain: +0.23 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.10 °C/decade
Low: +0.03 °C/decade
Rain: +0.18 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 45.5%
This Year: 36.2%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 10.9
Historical Average: 12.7
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 78th percentile
Low: 66th percentile
Rain: 86th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: +8.1%
Low: +6.6%
Intraday: +14.9%
Data Coverage
92.5%
First Year of Data
1972
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 46.4 °C | — | 10.2 °C | 38.3 °C | — | 5.9 °C | 31.2 °C | — | -2.8 °C | 155.5 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 43.0 °C | 35.4 °C | 27.2 °C | 36.6 °C | 28.7 °C | 19.2 °C | 29.9 °C | 23.4 °C | 14.0 °C | 139.4 mm | 4.6 mm | — | — |
| February | 41.9 °C | 34.6 °C | 23.2 °C | 34.6 °C | 28.0 °C | 17.8 °C | 28.1 °C | 22.9 °C | 11.7 °C | 100.5 mm | 4.6 mm | — | — |
| March | 42.3 °C | 34.0 °C | 18.3 °C | 36.1 °C | 27.2 °C | 16.0 °C | 29.5 °C | 21.8 °C | 8.0 °C | 91.8 mm | 3.6 mm | — | — |
| April | 40.0 °C | 31.7 °C | 17.5 °C | 33.9 °C | 24.6 °C | 11.6 °C | 26.5 °C | 19.2 °C | 6.4 °C | 110.0 mm | 4.2 mm | — | — |
| May | 36.5 °C | 27.5 °C | 13.8 °C | 33.6 °C | 21.0 °C | 8.6 °C | 27.5 °C | 15.7 °C | 1.5 °C | 155.5 mm | 3.4 mm | — | — |
| June | 36.4 °C | 26.1 °C | 11.2 °C | 31.1 °C | 19.5 °C | 6.2 °C | 26.0 °C | 14.2 °C | 0.0 °C | 73.6 mm | 2.3 mm | — | — |
| July | 37.3 °C | 26.7 °C | 10.2 °C | 31.5 °C | 19.3 °C | 5.9 °C | 25.8 °C | 13.2 °C | -1.5 °C | 43.7 mm | 1.1 mm | — | — |
| August | 40.0 °C | 29.7 °C | 10.2 °C | 34.4 °C | 21.1 °C | 6.1 °C | 27.0 °C | 14.5 °C | -2.8 °C | 67.1 mm | 1.4 mm | — | — |
| September | 42.7 °C | 32.1 °C | 13.2 °C | 34.9 °C | 23.1 °C | 8.7 °C | 28.8 °C | 16.8 °C | 1.8 °C | 90.2 mm | 2.2 mm | — | — |
| October | 44.3 °C | 33.9 °C | 16.0 °C | 37.4 °C | 25.7 °C | 14.3 °C | 30.0 °C | 19.8 °C | 8.0 °C | 128.5 mm | 4.1 mm | — | — |
| November | 46.4 °C | 34.3 °C | 21.2 °C | 38.3 °C | 26.6 °C | 15.2 °C | 31.2 °C | 20.8 °C | 8.5 °C | 122.1 mm | 5.6 mm | — | — |
| December | 45.3 °C | 34.8 °C | 23.3 °C | 36.8 °C | 27.9 °C | 16.5 °C | 29.4 °C | 22.5 °C | 11.4 °C | 98.1 mm | 4.9 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
