Climate Overview
The climate in El Calafate Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 522mm of precipitation falls per year. El Calafate Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Calafate 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. Snowfall occurs from April to December, with around 73cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in El Calafate Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
El Calafate Airport is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 522mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 58mm of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 34mm. That's 23mm less than April, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to December, with around 73cm accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 16cm.
Wind
El Calafate Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 22km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in El Calafate Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. El Calafate 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 18°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 0 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 114mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 7 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 119mm over the season and a monthly average of 40mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 154mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Expect around 12cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 5°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 135mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Expect around 46cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/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 Calafate 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.
