Weather in Mendoza
What's the weather like in Mendoza?
Mendoza has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (87°F) in January to 13°C (55°F) in July, with overnight lows around 20°C (68°F) and 4°C (39°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Mendoza are February through April, and September through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇦🇷 Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Argentina/Mendoza
- Coordinates
- -32.889, -68.846
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 87°F | 20°C / 68°F | 52 mm | 6 | — |
| February | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 65°F | 50 mm | 7 | — |
| March | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 61°F | 42 mm | 7 | — |
| April | 21°C / 69°F | 12°C / 54°F | 38 mm | 6 | — |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 8°C / 47°F | 31 mm | 6 | — |
| June | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 13 mm | 4 | — |
| July | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 11 mm | 3 | — |
| August | 17°C / 62°F | 6°C / 43°F | 19 mm | 3 | — |
| September | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 47°F | 15 mm | 4 | — |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 12°C / 53°F | 37 mm | 6 | — |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 60°F | 32 mm | 5 | — |
| December | 30°C / 86°F | 18°C / 65°F | 33 mm | 5 | — |
Mendoza by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mendoza?
The most comfortable months in Mendoza are usually April, September, October, 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 Mendoza?
January is typically the hottest month in Mendoza, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Mendoza?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 4°C (39°F).
Does it snow in Mendoza?
Snow is rare in Mendoza; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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