Paraguay
Plan a visit or move to Paraguay with current conditions, practical signals, maps, local people, and sourced context.
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Travelers should follow the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advice, especially regarding entry requirements and travelling with children.
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- No high-severity wording detected in the supplied advisory
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Crime levels vary by area; avoid isolated neighborhoods after dark.
- Road conditions can be poor; exercise caution when driving.
- Health services are limited outside major cities.
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Paraguay month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Paraguay are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 22–25°C. January is usually the warmest month (average high 33°C), July the coldest (average low 14°C), and October the wettest (about 209 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.0 | 24.3 | 141 | 11.5 |
| February | 32.4 | 23.5 | 99 | 11.0 |
| March | 30.9 | 22.3 | 133 | 10.0 |
| April | 27.9 | 19.8 | 151 | 9.1 |
| May | 23.8 | 16.4 | 129 | 7.7 |
| June | 22.2 | 14.5 | 84 | 7.6 |
| July | 23.0 | 14.2 | 55 | 8.3 |
| August | 25.1 | 15.3 | 67 | 8.8 |
| September | 27.9 | 17.7 | 74 | 9.1 |
| October | 29.1 | 19.8 | 209 | 9.7 |
| November | 30.8 | 20.9 | 186 | 10.7 |
| December | 31.9 | 22.7 | 162 | 11.3 |
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Research updated Sunday, September 13, 2026Past and future events in Paraguay
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Previously
- Paraguayan War (Triple Alliance War)
War between Paraguay and the Triple Alliance of Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay (1864‑1870) that devastated the country.
- Chaco War
Conflict with Bolivia over the Gran Chaco region (1932‑1935) that ended with Paraguayan victory.
- Overthrow of Alfredo Stroessner
Military coup on 3 February 1989 that ended Stroessner’s 35‑year dictatorship.
- Impeachment of President Fernando Lugo
Paraguayan Senate removed Lugo from office on 22 June 2012 after impeachment proceedings.
- February Revolution
Military uprising on 17 February 1936 that brought Colonel Rafael Franco to power.
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01 · OverviewParaguay, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Paraguay took shape
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03 · GovernmentGovernment and public life in Paraguay
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04 · EconomyWork and the economy in Paraguay
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05 · CultureCulture and creative life in Paraguay
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06 · TravelTravelling through Paraguay
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Paraguay
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Paraguay
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paraguay
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01 · Q&AWhat is the capital city and population of Paraguay?
The capital of Paraguay is Asunción, and the total national population is estimated at 6,956,071.
02 · Q&AWhere is Paraguay located and what is its total area?
Paraguay is located in South America, spanning an area of approximately 406,750 km².
03 · Q&AWhat currency and languages are spoken in Paraguay?
The official currency is Guarani (PYG) and the recognized languages include es-PY, gn.
04 · Q&AWhat are the major cities and regions in Paraguay?
Prominent cities and cultural hubs mapped across Paraguay include Asunción, Ciudad del Este, San Lorenzo, Capiatá, Lambaré.
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