What’s the climate like in El Calafate?
The current climate of El Calafate features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 19°C during the day to lows of 5°C. The average yearly temperature is around 13°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -4°C and in the warmer months around 7°C.
The highest temperature recorded in El Calafate in recent years was 29°C in February 2019. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -6°C in July 2023.
On average, El Calafate gets 574 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 60 cm is snowfall. For comparison, London gets 701 mm of precipitation each year.
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Best time to visit El Calafate?
The best time to visit El Calafate for pleasant to warm weather is January, November and December. There might be some rain during this period, but the temperatures are just right for exploring El Calafate.
Climate Table of El Calafate
The climate table of El Calafate shows the average temperatures, precipitation, snow, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 19 | 19 | 11 | 13 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 18 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 8 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 0 | -2 | -3 | -1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 7 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 25 | 64 | 181 | 43 | 27 | 24 | 51 | 30 | 20 | 25 | 59 | 25 |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 23 | 1,4 | 3,2 | 6,1 | 13 | 8,1 | 2,1 | 1,3 | 0,3 | 0,9 |
| UV Index | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 13°C
- Highest temperature: 19°C in January and February
- Lowest temperature: 5°C in July
- Precipitation*: 574 mm per year, averaging 48 mm per month
- Snowfall: 60 cm per year
- Driest months: 20 mm in September, 24 mm in June and 25 mm in January
- Wettest months: 181 mm in March, 64 mm in February and 59 mm in November
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in El Calafate
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in El Calafate, Argentina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in El Calafate
This graph shows how much precipitation El Calafate, Argentina, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in El Calafate
This graph shows how much snow El Calafate, Argentina, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in El Calafate
This graph shows the average UV index per month in El Calafate, Argentina. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in El Calafate
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in El Calafate, Argentina. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in El Calafate
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in El Calafate, Argentina, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in El Calafate
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in El Calafate, Argentina, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimetres, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in El Calafate
The weather in El Calafate is rated an average of 3,3 out of 5 stars by 6 visitors. Have you been to El Calafate? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The weather in El Calafate can vary enormously. Despite warm temperatures in December, spontaneous gusts of wind affected the experience. The sky was clear, with rare clouds. Overall, the weather was reasonable, but be prepared for some wind!— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were sunny and sometimes a bit windy, the nights were cool. Ideal weather for various outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
Strong cold winds, a few hours of sunshine and lots of snow. If you travel this month, prepare for winter weather. Beautiful ice landscapes, but you have to be able to stand the cold!— This text is automatically translated to English
The mild temperature is ideal for long walks. However, frequent and unsettled storms caused some inconvenience during outdoor activities.— This text is automatically translated to English
Evenings were cooler and winds were occasionally strong. It rained sporadically. The indoor and outdoor activities were great fun.— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for outdoor activities because of the beauty of nature, but make sure to wear warm clothes.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in El Calafate by Month
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