Weather in Salta
What's the weather like in Salta?
Salta has a moderate climate and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 26°C (79°F) in January to 17°C (63°F) in July, with overnight lows around 17°C (62°F) and 5°C (41°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Salta are January through April, and August through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇦🇷 Argentina
- Region
- South America
- Time zone
- America/Argentina/Salta
- Coordinates
- -24.782, -65.423
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 62°F | 285 mm | 21 | — |
| February | 24°C / 75°F | 16°C / 61°F | 289 mm | 22 | — |
| March | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 58°F | 249 mm | 22 | — |
| April | 21°C / 69°F | 13°C / 55°F | 176 mm | 18 | — |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 9°C / 48°F | 82 mm | 12 | — |
| June | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 42°F | 35 mm | 5 | — |
| July | 17°C / 63°F | 5°C / 41°F | 25 mm | 5 | — |
| August | 21°C / 69°F | 6°C / 43°F | 23 mm | 4 | — |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 9°C / 48°F | 36 mm | 7 | — |
| October | 25°C / 76°F | 12°C / 54°F | 87 mm | 12 | — |
| November | 25°C / 77°F | 14°C / 57°F | 171 mm | 16 | — |
| December | 26°C / 78°F | 16°C / 60°F | 243 mm | 21 | — |
Salta by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Salta?
The most comfortable months in Salta are usually July, August, September, 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 Salta?
January is typically the hottest month in Salta, averaging a high of 26°C (79°F).
What is the coldest month in Salta?
July is usually the coldest, with average lows around 5°C (41°F).
Does it snow in Salta?
Snow is rare in Salta; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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