AR Bariloche, Argentina

Bariloche
Which Season to Choose?

Bariloche, the Switzerland of Patagonia — glacial lakes, craft chocolate and Andes skiing.

Updated: March 2026 · Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · -41.13°N 71.31°W
JanuaryBest month
24°COptimal temperature
11%Rainy days

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

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.

Bariloche weather month by month

MonthMin °CMax °CRainy days (%)Precip. mm/dSun h/dScoreSki score 🎿
🌤️ January10°C24°C11%0.914.0h9.1/104.8/10
🌤️ February11°C23°C16%1.013.2h8.6/104.8/10
🌤️ March9°C19°C23%1.711.7h7.5/105.0/10
⛅ April6°C14°C33%3.19.6h6.2/105.0/10
🌦️ May4°C9°C43%3.97.9h4.1/106.2/10
🌦️ June2°C6°C53%6.25.7h2.0/106.5/10
🌦️ July1°C5°C48%5.56.8h2.5/107.2/10
🌦️ August1°C6°C49%4.58.3h3.5/107.2/10
🌦️ September2°C9°C35%3.110.5h5.0/106.9/10
⛅ October4°C12°C29%2.511.9h7.0/106.3/10
⛅ November6°C17°C26%1.913.1h7.3/105.2/10
🌤️ December8°C20°C16%1.214.7h8.2/105.1/10
Ideal Fair Challenging climate Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years

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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Tip : March, October offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.

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Detailed weather by month

Frequently asked questions

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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