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Mendoza in September sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 7°C (45°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, February, March, April, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Mendoza.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mendoza typically rise from around 19°C (66°F) at the start of September to approximately 22°C (72°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 6°C (43°F) to 11°C (52°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mendoza spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 13 years of weather observations in Mendoza between 2013 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Mendoza in September, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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