El Chaltén Weather in July
El Chaltén in July sees very low temperatures, with highs around 1°C (34°F) and overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 179 mm (7 in) of snow/rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Rainfall in El Chaltén in July
As part of the rainy season, El Chaltén sees around 7 days of rain in July, with an average of 179 mm (7 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in El Chaltén in July
El Chaltén in July gets highs of 1°C (34°F) during the day and drops to -5°C (23°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. Time outdoors is usually more comfortable with proper winter clothing and protection from wind. Nights are well below freezing at -5°C (23°F). An extra blanket is a good idea if you feel the cold, especially in older or less well-heated accommodation. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.
Sunshine in El Chaltén in July
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 98 hours of sunshine.For additional travel inspiration, our weather planner can help you discover destinations worldwide.
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El Chaltén Temperature in July
Min Temperature
-5°C (23°F)
Max Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Chance of Rain
24%
Precipitation
179 mm (7 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Sunshine
98 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Historical weather for El Chaltén in July
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Chaltén spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
El Chaltén historical weather extremes in July
Based on weather observations in El Chaltén between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during July.
- The hottest July day on record in El Chaltén reached 7°C (45°F) (July 1, 2017).
- El Chaltén experienced its chilliest July day on July 6, 2007, reaching only -10°C (14°F).
- The coldest night in July in El Chaltén was on July 31, 2010, with a minimum of -17°C (1°F).
- The wettest day in July El Chaltén was on July 10, 2025 with 69 mm (2.7 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in El Chaltén in July
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in El Chaltén in July. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.What To Do in El Chaltén in July
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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