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Mendoza weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Mendoza
Mar–Apr is harvest with warm days; Oct–Nov is mild and green. Dec–Feb is hot (35°C+); Jun–Aug is cold and dry, with ski trips to Las Leñas.
Mendoza weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan33°47 mm
- Feb32°49 mm
- Mar29°37 mm
- Apr24°28 mm
- May19°19 mm
- Jun16°8 mm
- Jul15°10 mm
- Aug18°9 mm
- Sep22°8 mm
- Oct26°15 mm
- Nov30°32 mm
- Dec32°30 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C92°F | 19°C65°F | 47 mm | 41% | Hot |
| February | 32°C89°F | 17°C63°F | 49 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C84°F | 14°C58°F | 37 mm | 49% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C75°F | 10°C50°F | 28 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| May | 19°C65°F | 6°C42°F | 19 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| June | 16°C60°F | 2°C36°F | 8 mm | 54% | Cool |
| July | 15°C59°F | 2°C35°F | 10 mm | 52% | Cool |
| August | 18°C65°F | 3°C38°F | 9 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C71°F | 6°C43°F | 8 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C79°F | 10°C51°F | 15 mm | 39% | Pleasant |
| November | 30°C86°F | 14°C57°F | 32 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| December | 32°C90°F | 17°C62°F | 30 mm | 37% | 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 Mendoza?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–Apr is harvest with warm days; Oct–Nov is mild and green. Dec–Feb is hot (35°C+); Jun–Aug is cold and dry, with ski trips to Las Leñas.
When is the rainy season in Mendoza?
Rain peaks in February with about 49 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Mendoza?
January, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Mendoza get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 2°C (35°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Mendoza Tourism
- Aeropuertos Argentina (Mendoza)
- Mendoza Metrotranvía
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.