Paysandú
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Paysandú month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Paysandú are typically April, September and October, with average daytime highs around 21–24°C. January is usually the warmest month (average high 31°C), July the coldest (average low 8°C), and April the wettest (about 154 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.7 | 20.5 | 121 | 12.0 |
| February | 29.6 | 19.9 | 133 | 11.1 |
| March | 27.2 | 17.9 | 114 | 10.1 |
| April | 23.5 | 14.8 | 154 | 8.4 |
| May | 19.1 | 11.2 | 90 | 7.4 |
| June | 16.9 | 8.4 | 72 | 7.4 |
| July | 16.6 | 8.1 | 81 | 7.6 |
| August | 18.8 | 8.9 | 74 | 8.4 |
| September | 20.8 | 10.9 | 89 | 8.6 |
| October | 23.6 | 13.2 | 102 | 10.2 |
| November | 27.4 | 16.1 | 85 | 11.2 |
| December | 29.5 | 18.4 | 105 | 12.1 |
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Research updated Saturday, October 24, 2026Past and future events in Paysandú
Upcoming
- Visit by Pope Leo XIV to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru
Wikidata records Paysandú as the event location. 2026 apostolic visit.
- Apostolic visit by Leo XIV to Uruguay
Wikidata records Paysandú as the event location.
Previously
- Documented history · 1756
It was founded in October 1756 and had acquired the status of "Villa" (town) before the independence of Uruguay.
- Documented history · 1863
On 8 June 1863, its status was elevated to "Ciudad" (city) by the Act of Ley Nº 780.
- Documented history · 1864
General Leandro Gomez led Uruguayan forces to save the town from an invasion by Brazilian forces in 1864–1865.
- Documented history · 1992
By 1992, it was estimated that approximately 65% of the population of the Paysandú Department was of Italian descent.
- Foundation of Paysandú
Founded in October 1756.
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01 · OverviewPaysandú, in brief
Where is Paysandú located and what is its role?
Paysandú is the capital and most populous city of the Paysandú Department in western Uruguay. Situated on the banks of the Uruguay River, which forms the border with Argentina, it functions as the fourth-largest city in the country and operates as a vital cultural and economic hub supported by agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing industries.
How did the historical turning point of 1864–1865 shape the city?
Originally founded in October 1756, the settlement attained town status prior to the independence of Uruguay and was elevated to city status on 8 June 1863 by the Act of Ley Nº 780. A major historical turning point occurred during the Siege of Paysandú in 1864–1865, when General Leandro Gómez led Uruguayan forces to defend the town against an invasion by Brazilian forces, with a notable battle taking place on 2 December 1864. This fierce resistance earned the municipality its enduring nickname, La Heroica.
What are the demographic and geographic characteristics of Paysandú?
According to the National Statistics Institute, the 2023 population of Paysandú was 81,550. The city lies 378 kilometres northwest of Montevideo via Route 1 and Route 3, near the junction with Route 90, and just south of the General Artigas Bridge connecting Uruguay to Argentina's Entre Ríos Province. Known for its cosmopolitan population with settlers from various European and African nations, the area experienced a massive influx of Italian immigrants starting in the late nineteenth century. By 1992, an estimated 65 percent of the Paysandú Department population was of Italian descent.
What drives the local economy and infrastructure?
The municipal economy is anchored by key manufacturing and production entities including the Norteña brewery, the Azucarlito sugar producer, the world-class woolen fabric maker Paylana, and the leather producer Paycuero. Additionally, the region serves as the center of the plantation forest industry in Uruguay through extensive Eucalyptus cultivation. Transportation infrastructure includes the Tydeo Larre Borges International Airport, while higher education and community services are represented by institutions such as the Centro Universitario de Paysandú.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paysandú
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01 · Q&AWhere is Paysandú located and what are its coordinates?
Paysandú is situated in Uruguay at geographic coordinates -32.3171, -58.0807, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Paysandú?
Paysandú has a recorded population of approximately 81,550 and observes the America/Montevideo time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Paysandú?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Paysandú include ES-UY, with UYU used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Paysandú?
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