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When to visit Bariloche?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
10°C–24°C in January
🌧 Least rain
11% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
June (53%)
📅 Best score
9.1/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Seven Lakes RouteNov–Mar — 107 km scenic drive, pristine Patagonian lakes.
Cerro Catedral skiingJul–Sep — South America's largest ski resort, lake views.
Artisan chocolateYear-round — Alpine-style chocolateries, Swiss heritage.
Circuito ChicoNov–Mar — loop drive, Llao Llao, Moreno viewpoint.
Monthly climate data
Bariloche weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 10°C | 24°C | 11% | 0.9 | 14.0h | 9.1/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 11°C | 23°C | 16% | 1.0 | 13.2h | 8.6/10 | 4.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 9°C | 19°C | 23% | 1.7 | 11.7h | 7.5/10 | 5.0/10 |
| ⛅ April | 6°C | 14°C | 33% | 3.1 | 9.6h | 6.2/10 | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 4°C | 9°C | 43% | 3.9 | 7.9h | 4.1/10 | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 2°C | 6°C | 53% | 6.2 | 5.7h | 2.0/10 | 6.5/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 1°C | 5°C | 48% | 5.5 | 6.8h | 2.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 1°C | 6°C | 49% | 4.5 | 8.3h | 3.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 2°C | 9°C | 35% | 3.1 | 10.5h | 5.0/10 | 6.9/10 |
| ⛅ October | 4°C | 12°C | 29% | 2.5 | 11.9h | 7.0/10 | 6.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 6°C | 17°C | 26% | 1.9 | 13.1h | 7.3/10 | 5.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 8°C | 20°C | 16% | 1.2 | 14.7h | 8.2/10 | 5.1/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 14°C, 33% rainy days, 9.7h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Challenging climate
Average 6°C, 50% rainy days, 6.9h sunshine/day. Score: 2.7/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 13°C, 30% rainy days, 11.8h sunshine/day. Score: 6.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Excellent time
Average 22°C, 14% rainy days, 14.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.6/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: July (ski score 7.2/10). For hiking/summer: January (9.1/10, 24°C).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 4.9/10. Cold temperatures (24°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In January, temperatures average 24°C. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
June is the wettest month with 53% rainy days.
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