Climate Insights for Malargüe

Distrito Ciudad de Malargüe, Mendoza, Argentina

Hottest
January
27°C peak80°F peak
Coldest
July
-4°C low25°F low
Wettest
August
55 mm rain2.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Malargüe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 511 mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 55 mm of rainfall. Malargüe 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 -4°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 108cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Malargüe is temperate. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 20.1 in of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Malargüe 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 25°F. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 43in 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: 10°Min: 4°MayMax: 12°Average: 5°Min: 0°JunMax: 8°Average: 1°Min: -3°JulMax: 7°Average: 1°Min: -4°AugMax: 10°Average: 3°Min: -2°SepMax: 14°Average: 7°Min: 0°OctMax: 18°Average: 10°Min: 3°NovMax: 23°Average: 15°Min: 7°DecMax: 25°Average: 17°Min: 9°
Max
Average
Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 52°FFebMax: 79°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FMarMax: 73°FAverage: 59°FMin: 46°FAprMax: 64°FAverage: 51°FMin: 40°FMayMax: 54°FAverage: 42°FMin: 33°FJunMax: 46°FAverage: 34°FMin: 26°FJulMax: 45°FAverage: 33°FMin: 25°FAugMax: 51°FAverage: 38°FMin: 28°FSepMax: 58°FAverage: 44°FMin: 33°FOctMax: 64°FAverage: 50°FMin: 38°FNovMax: 73°FAverage: 58°FMin: 44°FDecMax: 78°FAverage: 63°FMin: 48°F
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Temperatures in Malargüe vary considerably across the year, with a 31°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 -4°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 Malargüe 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 80°F and the mean temperature sits around 66°F. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 25°F and the daily average is 33°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 25°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: 41mmSnow: 0mmFebPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 0mmMarPrecipitation: 30mmSnow: 1mmAprPrecipitation: 54mmSnow: 3mmMayPrecipitation: 45mmSnow: 12mmJunPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 24mmJulPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 24mmAugPrecipitation: 55mmSnow: 24mmSepPrecipitation: 34mmSnow: 10mmOctPrecipitation: 47mmSnow: 9mmNovPrecipitation: 37mmSnow: 2mmDecPrecipitation: 29mmSnow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow
0in2in4in6in8in10inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.6inSnow (in): 0inFebPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 0inMarPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0inAprPrecipitation: 2.1inSnow (in): 1inMayPrecipitation: 1.8inSnow (in): 5inJunPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 10inJulPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 9inAugPrecipitation: 2.2inSnow (in): 9inSepPrecipitation: 1.4inSnow (in): 4inOctPrecipitation: 1.9inSnow (in): 3inNovPrecipitation: 1.5inSnow (in): 1inDecPrecipitation: 1.2inSnow (in): 0in
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Snow (in)

Malargüe is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 511 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 29 mm. That's 26 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 108cm accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.Malargüe is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 20.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.7 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. June and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 1.1 in. That's 1 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 43in accumulating over the season. June typically sees the most snow at around 10in.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 9km/hMarWind Speed: 9km/hAprWind Speed: 8km/hMayWind Speed: 7km/hJunWind Speed: 7km/hJulWind Speed: 7km/hAugWind Speed: 8km/hSepWind Speed: 8km/hOctWind Speed: 10km/hNovWind Speed: 10km/hDecWind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 5mphMarWind Speed: 5mphAprWind Speed: 5mphMayWind Speed: 4mphJunWind Speed: 4mphJulWind Speed: 5mphAugWind Speed: 5mphSepWind Speed: 5mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 6mphDecWind Speed: 6mph
Wind Speed

Malargüe is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 10km/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 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Malargüe is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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.

Best Time to Visit

Jan19°66°F
Feb18°64°F
Mar15°59°F
Apr10°51°F
May5°42°F
Jun1°34°F
Jul1°33°F
Aug3°38°F
Sep7°44°F
Oct10°50°F
Nov15°58°F
Dec17°63°F

The best time to visit Malargüe is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 39 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -4°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Malargüe is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 25°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 Malargüe 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 Malargüe 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 °C80 °F
9 km/h6 mph
41 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
10 °C51 °F
26 °C79 °F
9 km/h5 mph
47 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
8 °C46 °F
23 °C73 °F
9 km/h5 mph
30 mm1.2 in
1 cm0 in
Apr
4 °C40 °F
18 °C64 °F
8 km/h5 mph
54 mm2.1 in
3 cm1 in
May
0 °C33 °F
12 °C54 °F
7 km/h4 mph
45 mm1.8 in
12 cm5 in
Jun
-3 °C26 °F
8 °C46 °F
7 km/h4 mph
55 mm2.2 in
24 cm10 in
Jul
-4 °C25 °F
7 °C45 °F
7 km/h5 mph
37 mm1.5 in
24 cm9 in
Aug
-2 °C28 °F
10 °C51 °F
8 km/h5 mph
55 mm2.2 in
24 cm9 in
Sep
0 °C33 °F
14 °C58 °F
8 km/h5 mph
34 mm1.4 in
10 cm4 in
OctCurrent
3 °C38 °F
18 °C64 °F
10 km/h6 mph
47 mm1.9 in
9 cm3 in
Nov
7 °C44 °F
23 °C73 °F
10 km/h6 mph
37 mm1.5 in
2 cm1 in
Dec
9 °C48 °F
25 °C78 °F
10 km/h6 mph
29 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in