El Chaltén in November

In November, El Chaltén averages 11°C (52°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night, with frequent rain — about 16 days of the month see precipitation (167 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are cool — bring a jacket for evenings. Expect daily rain or showers, often in heavy bursts.

November is one of the wetter and less comfortable months in El Chaltén. If your dates are flexible, consider a different time of year.

11°C
Avg high
4°C
Avg low
16
Rain days
167 mm
Rainfall

How November compares to the rest of the year in El Chaltén

5th
warmest month of the 12
11th
wettest month of the 12
8%
of yearly rainfall falls in November
15 h 15 min
daylight on the 15th

November is in the middle of the year for warmth in El Chaltén (5th of 12) and one of the driest months (11th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 2°C above the annual average (9°C). November runs 3°C warmer than October (9°C) and warms a further 2°C into December (13°C).

November sunrise & sunset in El Chaltén

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
5:58 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
9:13 PM
Day length
15 h 15 min

Times shown for El Chaltén local time (America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos), calculated for the 15th of November. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in El Chaltén — November

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

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
4:58 AM – 5:38 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:38 AM – 6:38 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
8:33 PM – 9:33 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
9:33 PM – 10:13 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Poor
Core barely rises (or hasn't yet returned for the season). Consider a different month.

📅 When to book — El Chaltén in November

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 November's tier (Shoulder) and El Chaltén'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 — November in El Chaltén

Shoulder

El Chaltén 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.

Sun & mosquito risk — November in El Chaltén

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
10.8
Very high
Limit sun exposure between 11 AM and 3 PM; SPF 30-50, reapply every 90 minutes outdoors.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●○○○
Low
Mosquitoes present but manageable. Pack repellent (DEET 10-20%) for evenings near water.

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.

El Chaltén in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 14°C / 57°F 7°C / 44°F 156 mm 18
February 15°C / 59°F 7°C / 45°F 139 mm 15
March 13°C / 55°F 6°C / 42°F 210 mm 18
April 10°C / 49°F 3°C / 37°F 199 mm 17
May 7°C / 44°F 1°C / 34°F 175 mm 16
June 4°C / 38°F -2°C / 29°F 150 mm 16
July 3°C / 37°F -3°C / 27°F 163 mm 18
August 4°C / 40°F -1°C / 29°F 178 mm 19
September 6°C / 43°F 0°C / 31°F 133 mm 16
October 9°C / 48°F 2°C / 35°F 135 mm 16
November 11°C / 52°F 4°C / 39°F 167 mm 16
December 13°C / 56°F 6°C / 42°F 190 mm 18

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Frequently asked questions

How hot is El Chaltén in November?

In November, El Chaltén averages a high of 11°C (52°F) and a low of 4°C (39°F) — generally cool.

Does it rain a lot in El Chaltén in November?

November is quite rainy in El Chaltén, with about 16 rainy days on average.

Is November a good time to visit El Chaltén?

November is cool but on the rainy side. 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 El Chaltén in November?

Pack a warm jacket and layers, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full November packing list for El Chaltén for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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