Climate Insights for El Chacay

Distrito Ciudad de Malargüe, Mendoza, Argentina

Hottest
January
27°C peak81°F peak
Coldest
July
-3°C low26°F low
Wettest
August
68 mm rain2.7 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in El Chacay is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 619 mm of precipitation falls per year. El Chacay receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Chacay 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 127cm accumulating over the season.The climate in El Chacay is temperate. The average annual temperature is 51°F and approximately 24.4 in of precipitation falls per year. El Chacay receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. El Chacay 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 26°F. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 50in accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10°0°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 11°FebMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 10°MarMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 8°AprMax: 18°Average: 11°Min: 4°MayMax: 13°Average: 6°Min: 1°JunMax: 8°Average: 2°Min: -3°JulMax: 8°Average: 1°Min: -3°AugMax: 11°Average: 4°Min: -2°SepMax: 15°Average: 7°Min: 1°OctMax: 19°Average: 11°Min: 4°NovMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 7°DecMax: 26°Average: 18°Min: 9°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 81°FAverage: 67°FMin: 52°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 65°FMin: 51°FMarMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 46°FAprMax: 64°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FMayMax: 55°FAverage: 42°FMin: 33°FJunMax: 47°FAverage: 35°FMin: 27°FJulMax: 47°FAverage: 35°FMin: 26°FAugMax: 52°FAverage: 38°FMin: 29°FSepMax: 59°FAverage: 45°FMin: 33°FOctMax: 65°FAverage: 51°FMin: 38°FNovMax: 74°FAverage: 59°FMin: 44°FDecMax: 79°FAverage: 64°FMin: 48°F
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Temperatures in El Chacay vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in El Chacay vary considerably across the year, with a 55°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 81°F and the mean temperature sits around 67°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 26°F and the daily average is 35°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 9°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 56mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 1mmAprPrecipitation: 63mmSnow: 5mmMayPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 13mmJunPrecipitation: 65mmSnow: 28mmJulPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 28mmAugPrecipitation: 68mmSnow: 29mmSepPrecipitation: 44mmSnow: 13mmOctPrecipitation: 57mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 39mmSnow: 1mmDecPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 2.5inSnow (in): 2inMayPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 5inJunPrecipitation: 2.6inSnow (in): 11inJulPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 11inAugPrecipitation: 2.7inSnow (in): 11inSepPrecipitation: 1.7inSnow (in): 5inOctPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 4inNovPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0inDecPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 0in
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El Chacay is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 619 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 52 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 68 mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 37 mm. That's 31 mm less than August, 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 November, with around 127cm accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 29cm.El Chacay is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 24.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 2.7 in of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 1.5 in. That's 1.2 in less than August, 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 November, with around 50in accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 11in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8km/hFebWind Speed: 8km/hMarWind Speed: 8km/hAprWind Speed: 7km/hMayWind Speed: 6km/hJunWind Speed: 6km/hJulWind Speed: 6km/hAugWind Speed: 6km/hSepWind Speed: 7km/hOctWind Speed: 8km/hNovWind Speed: 9km/hDecWind Speed: 9km/h
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0mph5mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 5mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 4mphMayWind Speed: 3mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 3mphAugWind Speed: 4mphSepWind Speed: 4mphOctWind Speed: 5mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

El Chacay is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 6km/h in winter, 8km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.El Chacay is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4mph in winter, 5mph in spring, 5mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°67°F
Feb18°65°F
Mar15°59°F
Apr11°51°F
May6°42°F
Jun2°35°F
Jul1°35°F
Aug4°38°F
Sep7°45°F
Oct11°51°F
Nov15°59°F
Dec18°64°F

The best time to visit El Chacay is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 46 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -3°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit El Chacay is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.8 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 26°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Chacay 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for El Chacay based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
11 °C52 °F
27 °C81 °F
8 km/h5 mph
56 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
10 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
8 km/h5 mph
54 mm2.1 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
8 °C46 °F
23 °C74 °F
8 km/h5 mph
37 mm1.5 in
1 cm0 in
Apr
4 °C40 °F
18 °C64 °F
7 km/h4 mph
63 mm2.5 in
5 cm2 in
May
1 °C33 °F
13 °C55 °F
6 km/h3 mph
54 mm2.1 in
13 cm5 in
Jun
-3 °C27 °F
8 °C47 °F
6 km/h4 mph
65 mm2.6 in
28 cm11 in
Jul
-3 °C26 °F
8 °C47 °F
6 km/h3 mph
45 mm1.8 in
28 cm11 in
Aug
-2 °C29 °F
11 °C52 °F
6 km/h4 mph
68 mm2.7 in
29 cm11 in
Sep
1 °C33 °F
15 °C59 °F
7 km/h4 mph
44 mm1.7 in
13 cm5 in
OctCurrent
4 °C38 °F
19 °C65 °F
8 km/h5 mph
57 mm2.2 in
9 cm4 in
Nov
7 °C44 °F
23 °C74 °F
9 km/h5 mph
39 mm1.5 in
1 cm0 in
Dec
9 °C48 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h5 mph
37 mm1.5 in
0 cm0 in