Argentina Travel Weather
When Is the Best Time To Visit Argentina?
The answer to the question of what is the best month to visit Argentina depends on what you are interested in doing during your stay. Here you can see an overview of each month and its typical weather conditions.
Tourist Season in Argentina
Travel to Argentina is best arranged during the summer months from December to February. The central and southern parts of the country have very good conditions then, slightly worse in the northern regions, as they experience very high temperatures during this time. There is a trekking season in the mountains and a beach season on the coasts.
The spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) months are also a very good time to travel. Most areas experience sunny and still warm weather. Slightly cooler temperatures than during summer provide comfort for hiking and sightseeing. Nature is in bloom, taking on luscious colors and making your visit more enjoyable.
The winter months (June through August) are in the off-season. The prevailing low temperatures can make travel difficult in some regions. However, it's a good time for winter sports enthusiasts, as the ski season continues in mountainous areas until October.
Tourist season month by month. Legend
Tourist season - time period with sightseeing-friendly weather (or sunbathing in the case of small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical spread, the most visited places were taken into account and the data were averaged. For selected countries, seasonal holidays were also taken into account, as long as they significantly affect the tourist traffic in this period.
The best time to travel, you can count on very good weather.
A good time to travel, however, sometimes there can be some weather conditions that make the visit a bit difficult.
Travel possible, but it is not the best time. The weather at this time can be very unpredictable, with a tendency to be bad.
Travel is not recommended, the weather at this time can make sightseeing/resting very difficult or even impossible.
Popularity among visitors based on actual visits to popular tourist attractions (based on the average for 75 cities).
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Average temperatures throughout a year for Buenos Aires (°F)
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- Admiring young Magellan's penguins on Punta Tombo: November to March.
- Watching whales with their young on the Valdes Peninsula: mid-September to mid-December.
- Seal and seabird watching on the Valdes Peninsula: September and October.
- Good time for trekking/climbing: November to April.
Due to the large area of Argentina, the weather in individual parts of the country can vary significantly.
Season and weather by month
March - May
Mar | Apr | May |
A warm and sunny season with fleeting rainfall. After the hot summer months, the landscape takes on autumn colors of various colors. A good time to visit most areas of Argentina.
A great opportunity to visit the provinces of Mendoza and San Juan and attend the Mendoza Wine Festival harvest and wine festival.
Although the south of the country is a bit cooler than other regions, you can visit Patagonia and the Fire Land without too much trouble.
This is also a good time to visit Buenos Aires, the east coast and the northern areas of Argentina. The Puna de Atacama area is no longer as hot as in previous months which makes for more comfortable sightseeing when visiting the regions there.
Holidays and observances in Argentina
- 25 May 2024 - Revolution Day
- 03 Mar 2025 - Carnival
- 04 Mar 2025 - Carnival
- 24 Mar 2025 - Truth and Justice Day
- 02 Apr 2025 - Malvinas Day
- 18 Apr 2025 - Good Friday
- 01 May 2025 - Labour Day
June - August
Jun | Jul | Aug |
The coldest months of the year. The ski season begins in the Andean areas (including Bariloche).
Due to low temperatures and strong winds, this is not a good time to visit Argentina's southern regions (Patagonia, Fire Land).
The eastern coasts, including Buenos Aires, are also cool and overcast.
Without much concern, you can travel in the northern areas: La Plata Plains, Puna de Atacama, Iguazú area.
In August, you can take part in the "Buenos Aires Tango Festival." It's two weeks of events including performances by the world's best tango dancers, art exhibitions and fun.
Holidays and observances in Argentina
- 17 Jun 2024 - Martín Miguel de Güemes' Day
- 20 Jun 2024 - Flag Day
- 09 Jul 2024 - Independence Day
- 19 Aug 2024 - Death of San Martin
September - November
Sep | Oct | Nov |
The spring months bring an increase in temperatures. You can admire the bloom of flowers around the Lake District and Bariloche.
It's a good time to travel around the country, especially in its northern and central areas: La Plata Plain, Puna de Atacama, and the Iguazú area.
Sunny days encourage visitors to explore the Buenos Aires area and the east coast.
The southern and western areas of Argentina (Patagonia, Fire Land) are cool and windy, but also worth visiting at this time.
Holidays and observances in Argentina
- 14 Oct 2024 - Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity
- 18 Nov 2024 - National Sovereignty Day
December - February
Dec | Jan | Feb |
The hottest months of the year. Temperatures can reach up to 40°C, which can be felt most strongly in the northwestern parts of the country (Puna de Atacama).
The northern parts of the country (La Plata Plain, Salta area) are very humid during this time. It is worth seeing the Iguazu waterfalls, which, taking in, water, create a magnificent view. This is also a great time to visit the coast, especially for beach and water sports enthusiasts.
The weather is favorable for visiting the Buenos Aires region and Patagonia. These are also the best months to climb the highest peaks of the Andes and travel to the Land of Fire. Admittedly, snows can occur there year-round, but sunny days and clear air make hiking easier.
Holidays and observances in Argentina
- 08 Dec 2024 - Immaculate Conception
- 25 Dec 2024 - Christmas Day
- 01 Jan 2025 - New Year's Day
Buenos Aires
Saturday 4 May
Humidity
77%Cloud cover
38%Wind speed
10.3 mphChance of rain
0%Buenos Aires
Sunday 5 May
Humidity
96%Cloud cover
100%Wind speed
9.4 mphChance of rain
23%Buenos Aires
Monday 6 May
Humidity
96%Cloud cover
96%Wind speed
13.2 mphChance of rain
52%Buenos Aires
Tuesday 7 MayHumidity
96%Cloud cover
98%Wind speed
11.4 mphChance of rain
65%Buenos Aires
Wednesday 8 MayHumidity
74%Cloud cover
53%Wind speed
21 mphChance of rain
52%Climate and Average Weather in Argentina
General weather conditions each month by city.
Weather Map
The icons next to the month name indicate the convenience of the date for visiting the selected area/territory/ country. They are only a suggestion and should not be used as the final criterion for selecting your travel date. The season is defined as the time period with the weather favorable for sightseeing (or sunbathing - small island countries) for the average tourist. For countries with a large geographical range, the most touristic places were included.
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