Town in Salta, Argentina
Cafayate weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Cafayate
Mar–May and Sep–Oct have warm days and cool nights; Feb–Mar is harvest. Dec–Feb is hot and can be rainy; Jun–Aug has cold nights but sunny days.
Cafayate weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan29°197 mm
- Feb28°166 mm
- Mar28°122 mm
- Apr26°66 mm
- May24°19 mm
- Jun22°12 mm
- Jul22°3 mm
- Aug24°4 mm
- Sep27°8 mm
- Oct30°36 mm
- Nov30°83 mm
- Dec30°152 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C84°F | 16°C62°F | 197 mm | 73% | Rainy |
| February | 28°C83°F | 16°C61°F | 166 mm | 75% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C83°F | 15°C58°F | 122 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C80°F | 11°C53°F | 66 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C74°F | 8°C47°F | 19 mm | 50% | Pleasant |
| June | 22°C72°F | 7°C45°F | 12 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
| July | 22°C71°F | 7°C44°F | 3 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 7°C45°F | 4 mm | 38% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C80°F | 9°C47°F | 8 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| October | 30°C85°F | 11°C52°F | 36 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C87°F | 13°C56°F | 83 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C86°F | 15°C60°F | 152 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
Best months across Argentina
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Buenos Aires | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jan (28°C) |
| Mendoza | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jan (33°C) |
| Bariloche | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Feb (22°C) |
| El Calafate | Nov–Mar | Feb (15°C) |
| El Chaltén | Dec–Mar | Feb (11°C) |
| Ushuaia | Dec–Mar | Feb (12°C) |
| Salta | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (32°C) |
| Puerto Iguazú | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jan (32°C) |
| Córdoba | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jan (32°C) |
| Puerto Madryn | Sep–Nov | Jan (27°C) |
| Mar del Plata | Dec–Mar | Jan (24°C) |
| Quebrada de Humahuaca | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (28°C) |
| Cafayate | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Rosario | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jan (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Cafayate?
Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Mar–May and Sep–Oct have warm days and cool nights; Feb–Mar is harvest. Dec–Feb is hot and can be rainy; Jun–Aug has cold nights but sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Cafayate?
Rain peaks in January with about 197 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec–Feb.
What is the hottest month in Cafayate?
November, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Cafayate get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 11.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.