Esquel Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Esquel, Chubut, Argentina, vary greatly throughout the year. February is the hottest month at 22°C (72°F), while July is the coldest at 5°C (41°F).
With around 849 mm (33 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. June is the wettest month and January the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from January to February. January is the sunniest month, averaging 10.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Esquel
The climate in Esquel is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in February to a chilly 5°C (41°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 7°C (45°F) in February to around -4°C (25°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Esquel
Generally, Esquel receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 849 mm (33 in) annually. The climate in Esquel shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high snow/rainfall in June, the wettest month, with an average of 128 mm (5 in) of precipitation over 10 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 36 mm (1.4 in) of rainfall over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Esquel Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Esquel
For those who appreciate different seasons, Esquel serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 10.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 2.7 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Esquel by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Esquel.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 77%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 49%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Esquel
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 4 m/s (8 knots) to 8 m/s (16 knots). It is lower in May, June and July and higher in January and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Esquel 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
