Which is the warmest month in El Calafate?

The warmest time of year in El Calafate is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 16°C.

Which month has the most rain in El Calafate?

In terms of rainfall, March is usually the wettest month in El Calafate with 51mm on average. There are normally 6 days in March with some rain.

When is it sunniest in El Calafate?

The sunniest time of year in El Calafate is normally November with bright sunshine on average for 52% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit El Calafate

Q: When is the best time to visit El Calafate?

The best time to visit El Calafate is January, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit El Calafate?

The best time to visit El Calafate is January, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Argentina (El Calafate) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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