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Destination Guides - South America / Uruguay
Travel Advice on Health, Climate, Local Info, Customs and Laws
| Travel Advice/Warnings |
| The risk of crime is low but usual precautions apply; do not carry large amounts of money or valuables and ensure you do not leave belongings on show in vehicles. |
| Vaccinations & Health Alerts |
| It is recommended that you vaccinate against Hep A and Typhoid. |
| Seasonal Climate |
| Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
| Temp (c) |
22 |
21 |
19 |
15 |
13 |
11 |
11 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
20 |
21 |
| Rainfall (cm) |
7 |
7 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
10 |
7 |
9 |
9 |
7 |
8 |
8 |
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| The temperature in Uruguay is mild. Expect some rain at any time of year. |
BBC - Weather Centre - Forecast for Montevideo, Uruguay
| Tuesday |
Max Temp: 20°C (68°F), Min Temp: 12°C (54°F), Wind Direction: SW, Wind Speed: 4mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1028mb, Humidity: 70%, Sunrise: 06:54UYT, Sunset: 18:30UYT |
| Wednesday |
Max Temp: 21°C (70°F), Min Temp: 12°C (54°F), Wind Direction: N, Wind Speed: 8mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1025mb, Humidity: 62%, Sunrise: 06:52UYT, Sunset: 18:31UYT |
| Thursday |
Max Temp: 22°C (72°F), Min Temp: 15°C (59°F), Wind Direction: NE, Wind Speed: 10mph, Visibility: good, Pressure: 1022mb, Humidity: 61%, Sunrise: 06:51UYT, Sunset: 18:32UYT |
(by the BBC Weather Centre in association with the Met Office) |
| Local Customs/Laws |
| There are strict immigration controls on the import of animal products and some plants. |
| Getting Around |
| The standard of the roads vary, driving standards are poor at best and road signs are often ignored. The bus service is reliable and car hire is available. Internal flights are expensive. |
| Public Holidays/Festivals |
| New Year on 1 January, Epiphany on 6 January, Carnival week before Lent which commences on 17 February 10, La Semana Criolla (Holy Week) from 2-5 April 10, Desembarco de los 33 on 19 April, Labour Day on 1 May, Battle of Las Piedras Day on 18 May, Jose Artigas Day on 19 June, Constitution Day on 18 July, Independence Day on 25 August, Dia de la Raza on 12 October, All Souls Day on 2 November and Christmas Day on 25 December. |
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| Visa Requirements |
| Not required for stays of up to 90 days. |
| British Embassy Details |
| PO Box 16024, Calle Marco Bruto 1073, 11300 Montevideo. Tel:(598)(2)622 3630 |
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