🇦🇷 El Chaltén vs Lima 🇵🇪

El Chaltén, Argentina vs Lima, Peru — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Lima is the warmer of the two — about 14 degrees warmer on average across the year. Lima is drier, with roughly 185 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇷 El Chaltén🇵🇪 Lima
Avg annual high9°C23°C
Hottest monthFebruary (15°C)February (27°C)
Coldest monthJuly (-3°C low)August (14°C low)
Rainy days / year20318
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Best months to visitJanuary, February, DecemberMay, October, November

🇦🇷 El Chaltén

Best around January, February, December. Hottest in February (15°C), coldest lows in July (-3°C).

🇵🇪 Lima

Best around May, October, November. Hottest in February (27°C), coldest lows in August (14°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is El Chaltén or Lima warmer?

Lima is warmer overall, averaging about 14 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, El Chaltén or Lima?

El Chaltén is rainier — Lima sees about 185 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit El Chaltén vs Lima?

El Chaltén is best around January, February, December; Lima is best around May, October, November.

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