Town in Santa Cruz, Argentina
El Calafate weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to El Calafate
Nov–Mar is warmest with long daylight; Dec–Feb is busiest and priciest. Apr and Oct are cheaper but cool. May–Sep is cold and many tours close.
El Calafate weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°71 mm
- Feb15°62 mm
- Mar12°75 mm
- Apr9°70 mm
- May6°71 mm
- Jun3°68 mm
- Jul3°61 mm
- Aug4°63 mm
- Sep6°51 mm
- Oct10°54 mm
- Nov12°57 mm
- Dec14°68 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C58°F | 6°C44°F | 71 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 15°C58°F | 6°C44°F | 62 mm | 79% | Cool |
| March | 12°C54°F | 5°C42°F | 75 mm | 82% | Cool |
| April | 9°C49°F | 3°C38°F | 70 mm | 86% | Cold |
| May | 6°C42°F | 1°C33°F | 71 mm | 91% | Cold |
| June | 3°C38°F | -2°C28°F | 68 mm | 93% | Cold |
| July | 3°C37°F | -3°C27°F | 61 mm | 93% | Freezing |
| August | 4°C39°F | -2°C28°F | 63 mm | 91% | Cold |
| September | 6°C44°F | 1°C34°F | 51 mm | 87% | Cold |
| October | 10°C49°F | 3°C37°F | 54 mm | 81% | Cold |
| November | 12°C53°F | 4°C39°F | 57 mm | 78% | Cool |
| December | 14°C56°F | 6°C42°F | 68 mm | 78% | Cool |
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 El Calafate?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is warmest with long daylight; Dec–Feb is busiest and priciest. Apr and Oct are cheaper but cool. May–Sep is cold and many tours close.
When is the rainy season in El Calafate?
Rain peaks in March with about 75 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in El Calafate?
February, with average highs of 15°C (58°F).
How cold does El Calafate get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging -3°C (27°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Parque Nacional Los Glaciares
- El Calafate Tourism
- Aeropuertos Argentina
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 4.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.