City, Argentina
Salta weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Salta
Apr–Oct is dry; Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild, with warm days and cool nights. Dec–Mar is hot and rainy, with road closures; Jun–Aug is cold at night.
Salta weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°184 mm
- Feb29°164 mm
- Mar28°116 mm
- Apr27°57 mm
- May25°11 mm
- Jun24°5 mm
- Jul24°2 mm
- Aug26°3 mm
- Sep28°4 mm
- Oct31°29 mm
- Nov32°65 mm
- Dec31°141 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C86°F | 20°C67°F | 184 mm | 74% | Rainy |
| February | 29°C85°F | 19°C66°F | 164 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| March | 28°C83°F | 18°C64°F | 116 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| April | 27°C80°F | 15°C59°F | 57 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C76°F | 11°C52°F | 11 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 9°C49°F | 5 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| July | 24°C75°F | 8°C47°F | 2 mm | 46% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C79°F | 10°C49°F | 3 mm | 42% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 12°C53°F | 4 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| October | 31°C88°F | 15°C60°F | 29 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| November | 32°C89°F | 17°C63°F | 65 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C88°F | 19°C66°F | 141 mm | 69% | 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 Salta?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–Oct is dry; Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild, with warm days and cool nights. Dec–Mar is hot and rainy, with road closures; Jun–Aug is cold at night.
When is the rainy season in Salta?
Rain peaks in January with about 184 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jan–Feb.
What is the hottest month in Salta?
November, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Salta get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 8°C (47°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 7.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.