Climate Insights for Lago Argentino Aerodrome

Departamento de Lago Argentino, Santa Cruz Province, Argentina

Hottest
February
17°C peak
Coldest
July
-2°C low
Wettest
April
78mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lago Argentino Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 714mm of precipitation falls per year. Lago Argentino Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lago Argentino Aerodrome 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 -2°C. Snowfall occurs from March to December, with around 111cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° -5° 10° 15° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7° Feb Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 8° Mar Max: 14° Average: 10° Min: 6° Apr Max: 10° Average: 6° Min: 3° May Max: 6° Average: 3° Min: 1° Jun Max: 3° Average: 1° Min: -2° Jul Max: 3° Average: 0° Min: -2° Aug Max: 4° Average: 1° Min: -1° Sep Max: 7° Average: 3° Min: 0° Oct Max: 10° Average: 6° Min: 2° Nov Max: 13° Average: 9° Min: 4° Dec Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 6°
Max
Average
Min

Lago Argentino Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -2°C to 17°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 61mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 75mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 78mm Snow: 7mm May Precipitation: 57mm Snow: 9mm Jun Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 20mm Jul Precipitation: 61mm Snow: 22mm Aug Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 23mm Sep Precipitation: 54mm Snow: 14mm Oct Precipitation: 57mm Snow: 9mm Nov Precipitation: 48mm Snow: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 53mm Snow: 2mm
Precipitation
Snow

Lago Argentino Aerodrome is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 714mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 60mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 78mm of rainfall. March and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 48mm. That's 30mm 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 March to December, with around 111cm accumulating over the season. August typically sees the most snow at around 23cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 19km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 15km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 10km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 15km/h Nov Wind Speed: 18km/h Dec Wind Speed: 19km/h
Wind Speed

Lago Argentino Aerodrome is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11km/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 9km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Lago Argentino Aerodrome, which began on March 20, 2026. Lago Argentino Aerodrome 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 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -2°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 0 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 159mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 166mm for the season, averaging 55mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 19km/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 209mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -2 to 4°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 179mm for the season, averaging 60mm per month. Expect around 66cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/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 Lago Argentino Aerodrome 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
7 °C
17 °C
19 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Feb
8 °C
17 °C
17 km/h
61 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
6 °C
14 °C
15 km/h
75 mm
1 cm
Apr
3 °C
10 °C
12 km/h
78 mm
7 cm
May
1 °C
6 °C
8 km/h
57 mm
9 cm
Jun
-2 °C
3 °C
9 km/h
54 mm
20 cm
Jul
-2 °C
3 °C
9 km/h
61 mm
22 cm
Aug
-1 °C
4 °C
10 km/h
65 mm
23 cm
Sep
0 °C
7 °C
12 km/h
54 mm
14 cm
Oct
2 °C
10 °C
15 km/h
57 mm
9 cm
Nov
4 °C
13 °C
18 km/h
48 mm
3 cm
Dec
6 °C
16 °C
19 km/h
53 mm
2 cm
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