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Best time to visit Ushuaia: month by month
Short answer
November to March is the best time, with highs of about 10–13°C, very long days (up to about 17 hours of daylight in December) and the penguin season. It is also the Antarctic cruise season, so book early. June to September is winter, with highs of about 3–6°C, snow and skiing at Cerro Castor.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13°C | 6°C | 21 | very high |
| Feb | 13°C | 6°C | 18 | very high |
| Mar | 10°C | 4°C | 21 | high |
| Apr | 8°C | 2°C | 17 | low |
| May | 6°C | 2°C | 18 | low |
| Jun | 4°C | -2°C | 14 | low |
| Jul | 3°C | -3°C | 19 | medium |
| Aug | 4°C | -1°C | 17 | medium |
| Sep | 6°C | 0°C | 15 | low |
| Oct | 8°C | 2°C | 22 | medium |
| Nov | 11°C | 4°C | 18 | high |
| Dec | 13°C | 5°C | 20 | very high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Sep–Nov)
Highs rise from about 6°C in September to 11°C in November, with 15–22 rainy days a month; penguins return from October.
Summer (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 13°C and lows of 5–6°C, with rain on 18–21 days a month but very long days; penguins, boats and Antarctic cruises.
Autumn (Mar–May)
Highs fall from about 10°C in March to 6°C in May; autumn colours in the forest and fewer visitors.
Winter (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 3–4°C and lows of -3 to -1°C, with short days and snow; skiing at Cerro Castor and snowshoe walks.
Events worth planning around
- Penguin season at Isla Martillo — about October to March
- Antarctic cruise season from Ushuaia's port — about November to March
- Ski season at Cerro Castor — roughly June to October, depending on snow
- Fiesta Nacional de la Noche Más Larga — around the winter solstice in June; check current dates
When to avoid
If you want penguins and boat trips, avoid April to September, when the penguins are at sea and landing tours do not run. If you want lower prices, avoid late December to February, the peak of the cruise season.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Ushuaia?
December to February for the longest days and the penguins, though it is the busiest time.
When can I see penguins near Ushuaia?
From about October to March, at Isla Martillo near Estancia Harberton.
How cold is Ushuaia in summer?
Cool: highs of about 13°C and lows of 5–6°C, with wind and frequent rain.