Weather in El Calafate
What's the weather like in El Calafate?
El Calafate has a moderate climate and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 3°C (37°F) in July, with overnight lows around 9°C (48°F) and -2°C (29°F) respectively.
No month in El Calafate sits in the typical comfort range of 18–26°C. The most temperate months are usually February and January.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇦🇷 Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
- Coordinates
- -50.338, -72.265
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 61°F | 9°C / 48°F | 43 mm | 10 | — |
| February | 17°C / 62°F | 10°C / 49°F | 49 mm | 9 | — |
| March | 14°C / 56°F | 8°C / 46°F | 60 mm | 12 | — |
| April | 10°C / 51°F | 5°C / 41°F | 64 mm | 10 | — |
| May | 7°C / 44°F | 2°C / 36°F | 50 mm | 10 | — |
| June | 4°C / 39°F | 0°C / 31°F | 46 mm | 9 | — |
| July | 3°C / 37°F | -2°C / 29°F | 47 mm | 10 | — |
| August | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 30°F | 60 mm | 12 | — |
| September | 7°C / 44°F | 1°C / 33°F | 44 mm | 8 | — |
| October | 10°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 44 mm | 8 | — |
| November | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 47 mm | 10 | — |
| December | 15°C / 59°F | 8°C / 47°F | 51 mm | 10 | — |
El Calafate by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit El Calafate?
The most comfortable months in El Calafate are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in El Calafate?
February is typically the hottest month in El Calafate, averaging a high of 17°C (62°F).
What is the coldest month in El Calafate?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around -2°C (29°F).
Does it snow in El Calafate?
Snow is rare in El Calafate; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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