El Chaltén

Patagonia Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Patagonia, Argentina in October.

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Planning a journey to Patagonia, Argentina this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Patagonia in October

Patagonia, Argentina is a region in Argentina. Patagonia, Argentina offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in El Chaltén at 5°C (41°F) to warm in General Roca at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in General Roca and -2°C (28°F) in El Chaltén.

To explore the conditions in Patagonia, Argentina in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Comodoro Rivadavia with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to heavy rainfall in El Chaltén with 191 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Puerto Madryn enjoys about 237 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Patagonia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Patagonia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Puerto Madryn)

January30°C (86°F) February28°C (82°F) March26°C (79°F) April22°C (72°F) May17°C (63°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August16°C (61°F) September18°C (64°F) October22°C (72°F) November25°C (77°F) December28°C (82°F)
Best Time to Visit Patagonia →

Best Places to Visit in Patagonia in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Patagonia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Patagonia

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Patagonia, Argentina?

Temperature range in Patagonia (October)

Precipitation variation in Patagonia (October)

Puerto Madryn

In October Puerto Madryn generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
237 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Puerto Madryn →

El Chaltén

In October El Chaltén generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
210 hours
250 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in El Chaltén →

Neuquén

In October Neuquén generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
260 hours
282 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Neuquén →

Puerto Blest

In October Puerto Blest generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
241 hours
292 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Puerto Blest →

Trelew

In October Trelew generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
241 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Trelew →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Patagonia in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto Madryn 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
El Chaltén 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Neuquén 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Puerto Blest 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Trelew 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Comodoro Rivadavia 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Patagonia weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Patagonia, Argentina in October?

October in Patagonia, Argentina brings excellent weather. In Puerto Madryn, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Patagonia, Argentina in October?

Average temperatures in Patagonia, Argentina during October range from a nighttime low near 9°C (48°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Puerto Madryn.

Does Patagonia, Argentina get a lot of rain in October?

Not particularly. Puerto Madryn averages just 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Patagonia, Argentina.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Patagonia, Argentina?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Patagonia, Argentina. Typically, the climate in Puerto Madryn is excellent. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Patagonia, Argentina is in February, March, April, September, October, November and December with generally excellent weather in Puerto Madryn.

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