El CalafateBest time to visit Patagonia
Patagonia covers 5 destinations in our climate comparison. Purely on climate, the most rewarding months across the region are . Climate averages, estimates and model scores are not a forecast.
Destinations in Patagonia, ranked by climate
El Calafate
Punta ArenasPunta Arenas
ChileClimate score
Average high: 4 °C 13 rainy days (est.) 6 °C sea
- Best months:
UshuaiaUshuaia
ArgentinaClimate score
Average high: 1 °C 16 rainy days (est.) 6 °C sea
- Best months:
Puerto Natales
El ChalténClimate overview for Patagonia
The highest overall climate score in Patagonia goes to El Calafate (29/100). 3 of the 5 destinations are coastal, so beach and swimming weather is a key factor in the ranking below.
Pick a destination for its full month-by-month guide, or use the best months above as a starting point. If your dates are fixed, compare the individual destinations for that month; if you are flexible, offer the most reliable conditions across Patagonia.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Patagonia?
Climatically the best months across Patagonia are . The ideal month still depends on the specific destination and your travel style.
Which destination in Patagonia has the best climate?
By overall climate score, El Calafate leads with 29/100 — see the full ranking below.