Santa Cruz in Argentina sees its peak temperatures in January (16°C (61°F)) and its coolest in July (2°C (36°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from El Calafate, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Santa Cruz, there are no specific months with consistently comfortable weather, but average temperatures vary throughout the year.
The colder period typically falls in the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October.
Precipitation in Santa Cruz remains relatively steady throughout the year, ranging from 87 mm (3.4 in) in April to 58 mm (2.3 in) in September.
December is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.
