Buenos Aires in July

In July, Buenos Aires averages 15°C (59°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night, with around 7 days of rain (65 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

July in Buenos Aires is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).

15°C
Avg high
7°C
Avg low
7
Rain days
65 mm
Rainfall

How July compares to the rest of the year in Buenos Aires

12th
warmest month of the 12
8th
wettest month of the 12
5%
of yearly rainfall falls in July
10 h 3 min
daylight on the 15th

July is one of the coolest months in Buenos Aires (12th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (8th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 8°C below the annual average (23°C). July runs roughly the same as June (15°C) and warms a further 2°C into August (17°C).

July sunrise & sunset in Buenos Aires

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
7:57 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
6:00 PM
Day length
10 h 3 min

Times shown for Buenos Aires local time (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires), calculated for the 15th of July. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Buenos Aires — July

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of July, in Buenos Aires's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
6:57 AM – 7:37 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
7:37 AM – 8:37 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
5:20 PM – 6:20 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
6:20 PM – 7:00 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Buenos Aires.

📅 When to book — Buenos Aires in July

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on July's tier (Shoulder) and Buenos Aires's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — July in Buenos Aires

Shoulder

Buenos Aires is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — July in Buenos Aires

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
6.1
High
Cover up and apply SPF 30+ for any outdoor activity longer than 30 minutes.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●○○○○
Minimal
Occasional mosquitoes possible near standing water. Repellent rarely needed.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Buenos Aires in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 30°C / 86°F 20°C / 68°F 130 mm 8
February 29°C / 84°F 20°C / 68°F 125 mm 7
March 27°C / 81°F 18°C / 64°F 150 mm 7
April 22°C / 72°F 15°C / 59°F 110 mm 7
May 19°C / 66°F 11°C / 52°F 85 mm 6
June 15°C / 59°F 8°C / 46°F 65 mm 6
July 15°C / 59°F 7°C / 45°F 65 mm 7
August 17°C / 63°F 9°C / 48°F 75 mm 6
September 19°C / 66°F 11°C / 52°F 85 mm 7
October 22°C / 72°F 14°C / 57°F 125 mm 8
November 26°C / 79°F 17°C / 63°F 125 mm 8
December 29°C / 84°F 19°C / 66°F 130 mm 8

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is Buenos Aires in July?

In July, Buenos Aires averages a high of 15°C (59°F) and a low of 7°C (45°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in Buenos Aires in July?

July sees occasional rain in Buenos Aires, with about 7 rainy days on average.

Is July a good time to visit Buenos Aires?

July is cool. It suits travelers who are comfortable with cool weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Buenos Aires in July?

Pack a warm jacket and layers. See the full July packing list for Buenos Aires for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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