Useful Tips
- The cold season in Puerto Madryn has low temperatures and it can be very windy; you should pack proper clothing and make sure that your hotel has heating.
- The UV rays are stronger due to the proximity to the polar circle; we suggest you to protect yourself by using sunscreen.
- If you are traveling to Puerto Madryn during the hot season, you should pack light clothing to wear during the day, and a warmer sweater or a jacket for the cool evenings.
The weather in Puerto Madryn, Argentina
Puerto Madryn has a temperate desert climate, regulated by its proximity to the ocean. There is an average temperature of 14 °C (57 °F), although the average monthly temperatures range from 7 °C (45 °F) in July to 21 °C (70 °F) in January. Rainfall is scarce in Puerto Madryn, with 16.3 mm (0.6 in) per month on average, while the annual average relative humidity is 68%. The city can be very windy, especially in the cold season.
What to bring by season
Cold season (May to September): there are low temperatures which drop down to an average of 1 °C (34 °F) in June and July. The average temperature of the season is 8 °C (46 °F), with average lows of 2 °C (36 °F) and average highs of 14 °C (57 °F). Although there is no snowfall, rainfall increases to an average of 16.4 mm (0.6 in). The rainiest month is July, which also has an average relative humidity of 75%. Puerto Madryn might be quite windy, especially during this season, so you should bring warm winter clothing, including a coat or a windbreaker, a hat, gloves, thermal underwear, warm boots or shoes, and a scarf. You should also use sunscreen during the day.
Hot season (October to April): the hot season in Puerto Madryn has an average temperature of 18 °C (64 °F), although the high temperatures can reach 30 to 35 °C (86 to 95 °F) in the hottest months, which are January and February. The days are usually warm with average temperatures of 25 °C (77 °F), while the afternoons and evenings are much cooler, dropping to an average of 11 °C (52 °F). The driest month of the season is January, with only 12.7 mm (0.5 in) of rain and relative humidity of 62%. You should wear light summer clothing during the day, preferably made of natural fibers and in light colors, as well as use sunscreen. We also suggest you to bring a warm sweater or a jacket to wear at night, since nights are cooler and sometimes windy.
