City in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Ushuaia weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ushuaia
Dec–Feb has long days and open boats and trails; Jan is busiest. Mar–Apr is cooler with autumn colours. Jun–Aug is dark and cold, with ski options.
Ushuaia weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°78 mm
- Feb12°70 mm
- Mar11°65 mm
- Apr8°67 mm
- May5°53 mm
- Jun3°58 mm
- Jul3°51 mm
- Aug4°46 mm
- Sep6°44 mm
- Oct8°44 mm
- Nov10°62 mm
- Dec12°73 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C54°F | 6°C42°F | 78 mm | 79% | Cool |
| February | 12°C54°F | 6°C42°F | 70 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 11°C51°F | 5°C41°F | 65 mm | 84% | Cold |
| April | 8°C46°F | 3°C38°F | 67 mm | 88% | Cold |
| May | 5°C42°F | 2°C35°F | 53 mm | 92% | Cold |
| June | 3°C38°F | 0°C32°F | 58 mm | 93% | Cold |
| July | 3°C37°F | -1°C31°F | 51 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| August | 4°C38°F | 0°C31°F | 46 mm | 90% | Cold |
| September | 6°C43°F | 1°C34°F | 44 mm | 87% | Cold |
| October | 8°C47°F | 2°C36°F | 44 mm | 82% | Cold |
| November | 10°C50°F | 4°C38°F | 62 mm | 79% | Cold |
| December | 12°C53°F | 5°C41°F | 73 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 Ushuaia?
Dec–Mar. Dec–Feb has long days and open boats and trails; Jan is busiest. Mar–Apr is cooler with autumn colours. Jun–Aug is dark and cold, with ski options.
When is the rainy season in Ushuaia?
Rain peaks in January with about 78 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Ushuaia?
February, with average highs of 12°C (54°F).
How cold does Ushuaia get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging -1°C (31°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tierra del Fuego Tourism
- Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego
- 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 1.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.