Best Time to Visit Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza is at its sunniest and driest in March–December.
The best time to visit Mendoza for sunny, dry weather is March–April and October–December — 5 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 7.9°C / 46.2°F in July to 24.3°C / 75.7°F in January, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (June) to 53 mm / 2.1 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mendoza, Mendoza, Argentina's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mendoza's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 20.2°C68.4°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| April | 15.8°C60.4°F | 16 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.6°C63.7°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 20.8°C69.4°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 23.5°C74.3°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mendoza?
The best time to visit Mendoza for sunny, dry weather is March, April, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is January averaging 24.3°C / 75.7°F, and the driest is June with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mendoza's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mendoza?
The rainy season at Mendoza, Mendoza runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 16 mm / 0.6 in. The wettest single month is January (53 mm / 2.1 in).
What is the driest month in Mendoza?
The driest month in Mendoza is June, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 8.3°C / 46.9°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mendoza?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mendoza — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, August. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 53 mm / 2.1 in in January, and the coldest month averages 7.9°C / 46.2°F.
Is Mendoza climate different from Argentina overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mendoza figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Argentina figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mendoza specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.