Ushuaia Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Ushuaia, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 12°C (54°F) in January to a very cold 2°C (36°F) in the coolest month, July.

Nights vary from 4°C (39°F) in January to around -5°C (23°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Ushuaia experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1031 mm (41 in) of precipitation annually. Ushuaia offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month January (120 mm (4.7 in)) and the driest month July (65 mm (2.6 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Ushuaia Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

For those who appreciate different seasons, Ushuaia serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in November with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 1.4 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ushuaia.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 82%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) to 5 m/s (10 knots). It is lower in May, June and July and higher in November. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)