Marek Kučera 
In an extraordinary meteorological event, Buenos Aires and parts of Uruguay experienced rare June snowfall, surprising residents and meteorologists alike. On June 23, 2025, snowflakes were observed in Buenos Aires Province. The National Meteorological Service of Argentina had issued alerts for the possibility of snow, and these forecasts materialized as temperatures hovered around 3°C, accompanied by strong winds .
This snowfall is particularly noteworthy as snow in Buenos Aires is an infrequent occurrence. The last significant snowfall in the city was recorded on July 9, 2007, marking the first major snowfall in 89 years. The rarity of such events underscores the unusual nature of the recent weather patterns.
In Uruguay, while snow was not reported, the country experienced an intense cold snap during the same period. Snow in Uruguay is rare but not exceptional for few isolated flurries but it’s extremely rare for widespread episodes (1918,1962) /https://x.com/extremetemps/. The cold front led to widespread frost, a phenomenon uncommon for the region. Meteorologists noted that such cold spells, while not unprecedented, are becoming less frequent due to the effects of global warming.
The occurrence of snow in Buenos Aires and the cold temperatures in Uruguay serve as stark reminders of the unpredictable nature of weather patterns and the potential impacts of climate change. While these events were short-lived, they highlight the importance of continued monitoring and understanding of atmospheric conditions in the region.
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