El Chaltén Weather in April

April in El Chaltén brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). It's also the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella is a must.

Rainfall in El Chaltén in April

El Chaltén is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 8 days and an average of 239 mm (9.4 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in El Chaltén in April

April in El Chaltén sees highs of 6°C (43°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F) overnight. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At -1°C (30°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.

Sunshine in El Chaltén in April

The month brings about 160 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and rainy moments.

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El Chaltén Temperature in April

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 6°C (43°F)  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 239 mm (9.4 in)  

Rainy days 8 days  

Sunshine 160 hours  

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Historical weather for El Chaltén in April

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El Chaltén historical weather extremes in April

According to our 20 years of weather records for El Chaltén, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.

• On April 4, 2007, temperatures climbed to 13°C (55°F), marking the warmest April day on record.
• The coldest April day was on April 27, 2022, with a maximum of -4°C (25°F).
• The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -14°C (7°F) (April 29, 2022).
• Peak precipitation in April occurred on April 23, 2015, when 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation was measured.

What to Wear in El Chaltén in April

Cold weather calls for smart layering in April. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in El Chaltén in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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