Los Glaciares & El Chaltén
Argentina · South America
The best time to visit Los Glaciares & El Chaltén is January–April and October–December, when it is at its strongest for nature & wildlife and hiking. Winds begin to decrease and temperatures cool down. Early autumn colors start appearing in the southern beech forests towards late March.
Plan a trip to Los Glaciares & El ChalténMonth by month
| Month | Fit | Weather | Crowds & prices | What it's good for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10/10 | 17°C · 9 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Prime summer conditions bring maximum daylight and warm temperatures for alpine trekking, though strong Patagonian winds are common. Trails and accommodations reach peak capacity. |
| February | 10/10 | 17°C · 8 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Warmest month of the year with the fewest rain days, ideal for iconic hikes like Laguna de los Tres. Booking far in advance is essential. |
| March | 10/10 | 14°C · 12 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | Nature & wildlife, Hiking, Road trips. Winds begin to decrease and temperatures cool down. Early autumn colors start appearing in the southern beech forests towards late March. |
| April | 9/10 | 11°C · 10 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 3/5 | Nature & wildlife, Hiking, Road trips. Spectacular peak autumn foliage transforms the valleys into vibrant red and gold hues. Days grow colder and many seasonal businesses in El Chalten begin closing by late April. |
| May | 7/10 | 7°C · 9 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 2/5 | Nature & wildlife. Winter approaches with frequent frost and early snowfall dusting high trails. Most hotels and restaurants in El Chalten shut down for the off-season. |
| June | 6/10 | 4°C · 10 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Deep winter sets in with freezing temperatures and short daylight hours. Trekking routes are largely snowbound, though Perito Moreno Glacier remains accessible from El Calafate. |
| July | 6/10 | 3°C · 10 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Coldest month of the year with sub-zero nights and icy roads. Ideal only for winter-sports enthusiasts visiting local snow parks or seeing glaciers without crowds. |
| August | 6/10 | 4°C · 11 rain days | crowds 1/5 · prices 1/5 | Winter conditions persist with snow on higher elevations and icy trailheads. Tourist infrastructure in El Chalten remains mostly shuttered. |
| September | 7/10 | 7°C · 9 rain days | crowds 2/5 · prices 2/5 | Nature & wildlife. Early spring thaw begins as daylight hours lengthen, though high alpine passes remain snow-covered. Town services gradually prepare to reopen. |
| October | 9/10 | 10°C · 9 rain days | crowds 3/5 · prices 3/5 | Nature & wildlife, Hiking, Road trips. Spring brings blossoming wildflowers and reopening services across the region. Hiking conditions improve quickly, accompanied by rising spring winds. |
| November | 10/10 | 13°C · 10 rain days | crowds 4/5 · prices 4/5 | Nature & wildlife, Hiking, Road trips. Trekking season is in full swing with long daylight hours and fully open trails. Persistent Patagonian gusts become a dominant weather feature. |
| December | 10/10 | 16°C · 8 rain days | crowds 5/5 · prices 5/5 | Hiking, Nature & wildlife, Road trips. Longest daylight of the year with up to 17 hours of light, perfect for extended backcountry treks. Crowds surge around the holidays. |
Getting in
Israeli passport: Visa-free · up to 90 days — Passport must be valid for duration of stay.
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