Climate Overview
The climate in Ushuaia Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 3°C and approximately 975mm of precipitation falls per year. Ushuaia Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ushuaia 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 -4°C. Ushuaia Aerodrome experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Ushuaia Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -4°C to 11°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 11°C with a mean of 7°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -4°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ushuaia Aerodrome is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 975mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 81mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 110mm of rainfall. March and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 50mm. That's 59mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Ushuaia Aerodrome receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 281cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is August, with approximately 47cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Ushuaia Aerodrome is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Ushuaia Aerodrome, which began on March 20, 2026. Ushuaia 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 11°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -4°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -3 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 225mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 3 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 308mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -1 to 9°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 250mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Expect around 59cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -4 to 2°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 191mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Expect around 119cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/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 Ushuaia 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.