Climate of Salta, Argentina
Area-weighted average across Salta. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Salta, a subdivision of Argentina, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 11°C / 51.8°F in June to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in January, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 112 mm / 4.4 in depending on the season (562 mm / 22.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.4°C70.5°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| February | 20.6°C69.1°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| March | 19.2°C66.6°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| April | 16.6°C61.9°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 13.9°C57°F | 13 mm0.5″ | — |
| June | 11°C51.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| July | 11°C51.8°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| August | 13.2°C55.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
| September | 16°C60.8°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 18.6°C65.5°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 20.1°C68.2°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| December | 21.4°C70.5°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Salta?
The best months to visit Salta, Argentina for sunny, dry weather are April, September, October. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 21.4°C / 70.5°F, and the driest is August with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Salta?
Salta, Argentina has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 11°C / 51.8°F in June to 21.4°C / 70.5°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 562 mm / 22.1 in, with the wettest month being January (112 mm / 4.4 in) and the driest August (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Salta?
The hottest month in Salta is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.4°C / 70.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Salta?
The coldest month in Salta is June, with an area-wide average temperature of 11°C / 51.8°F.
When does it rain most in Salta?
The wettest month in Salta is January, averaging about 112 mm / 4.4 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.