Los Penitentes Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Los Penitentes.
Climate overview of Los Penitentes
Los Penitentes, Mendoza Province, Argentina, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with January peaking at 12°C (54°F) and July dropping to -8°C (18°F).
Annual rain/snowfall is moderate at around 766 mm (30 in), with June being the wettest month. The city also has two distinct dry seasons, February to March and October to December, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Los Penitentes Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Los Penitentes - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Los Penitentes
Visitors to Los Penitentes can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 12°C (54°F) in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -8°C (18°F).
At night, temperatures range from around -1°C (30°F) in January to -16°C (3°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Los Penitentes
Generally, Los Penitentes experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 766 mm (30 in) yearly. Los Penitentes can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation over 4 snowy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (March), you will experience much drier conditions, with 25 mm (1 in) of precipitation spread across 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Los Penitentes Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Los Penitentes
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
- Best overall: March
- Warmest weather: January and February
- Wettest months: May, June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: Two distinct dry seasons, February to March and October to December, with mild summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: July, with freezing nights around -16°C (3°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Los Penitentes
What is the best time to visit Los Penitentes?
March typically offers the most optimal weather in Los Penitentes. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Los Penitentes has two distinct dry seasons, February to March and October to December, with mild summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Los Penitentes?
Daytime highs range from -8°C (18°F) in July to 12°C (54°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from -16°C (3°F) to -1°C (30°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Los Penitentes get?
Annual rainfall is around 766 mm (30 in). June is the wettest month with 151 mm (5.9 in), while March is the driest with 25 mm (1 in). In the coldest months, precipitation may fall as snow.
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