ArgentinaAverage weather for El Calafate in October
It's cool in October in El Calafate with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 4°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in El Calafate with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps rise to around 14°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in El Calafate is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In October, there is an average of 25 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,3 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
El Calafate in October |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
14°C | 21°C | |
 Max. temperature |
16°C | 26°C | |
| Min. temperature |
10°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
25 mm | 119 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 13 days | |
 Total snowfall |
1,3 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2020, El Calafate reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 11°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in El Calafate
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for El Calafate, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in El Calafate
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for El Calafate, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in El Calafate.
Daily Snowfall in October in El Calafate
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in El Calafate, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV index in October in El Calafate
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in El Calafate, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in El Calafate over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in El Calafate, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in El Calafate over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in El Calafate, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in El Calafate per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in El Calafate, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in October for El Calafate
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Average weather in El Calafate by month
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