Climate of Santa Cruz, Argentina
Area-weighted average across Santa Cruz. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Santa Cruz, a subdivision of Argentina, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1.7°C / 35.1°F in July to 14.2°C / 57.6°F in January, with rainfall from 16 mm / 0.6 in to 26 mm / 1 in depending on the season (241 mm / 9.5 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 | 14.2°C57.6°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 13.7°C56.7°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| March | 11.5°C52.7°F | 24 mm0.9″ | — |
| April | 8.2°C46.8°F | 23 mm0.9″ | — |
| May | 4.4°C39.9°F | 24 mm0.9″ | — |
| June | 1.8°C35.2°F | 26 mm1″ | Snowy |
| July | 1.7°C35.1°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Snowy |
| August | 3.1°C37.6°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| September | 5.6°C42.1°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| October | 8.7°C47.7°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| November | 11.3°C52.3°F | 16 mm0.6″ | — |
| December | 13.2°C55.8°F | 17 mm0.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Santa Cruz?
The best months to visit Santa Cruz, Argentina for sunny, dry weather are January. The warmest month is January at an area-wide average of 14.2°C / 57.6°F, and the driest is September with about 16 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz, Argentina has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1.7°C / 35.1°F in July to 14.2°C / 57.6°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 241 mm / 9.5 in, with the wettest month being June (26 mm / 1 in) and the driest September (16 mm / 0.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Santa Cruz?
The hottest month in Santa Cruz is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 14.2°C / 57.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Santa Cruz?
The coldest month in Santa Cruz is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 1.7°C / 35.1°F.
When does it rain most in Santa Cruz?
The wettest month in Santa Cruz is June, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 16 mm / 0.6 in.