Climate Overview
The climate in El Bolsón Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1356mm of precipitation falls per year. El Bolsón Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Bolsón Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. El Bolsón Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in El Bolsón Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
El Bolsón Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1356mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 113mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 209mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 34mm. That's 174mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. El Bolsón Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 361cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is July, with approximately 87cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
El Bolsón Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 8km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 8km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in El Bolsón Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. El Bolsón Airport is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in February at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -3°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 310mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 6 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 138mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 0 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 325mm across the season with a monthly average of 108mm. Expect around 36cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 5°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 583mm across the season with a monthly average of 194mm. Expect around 240cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Bolsón Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
