ArgentinaWhat’s the climate like in Salta?
The current climate in Salta features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 19°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 25°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 4°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Salta in recent years was 42°C in October 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 6°C in June 2021.
On average, Salta receives 872 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Curious about the weather in other parts of Argentina? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Buenos Aires, Patagonia, Ushuaia, or explore other destinations in Argentina.
Best time to visit Salta?
The best time to visit Salta for sunny weather is April through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Salta. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Salta
The climate table of Salta shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 29 | 27 | 25 | 23 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 24 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 18 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 17 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 200 | 199 | 156 | 74 | 15 | 4,1 | 2,4 | 19 | 9,8 | 21 | 56 | 115 |
| UV Index | 9 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Weather experiences in Salta
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Average Temperature per Month in Salta
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Salta, Argentina. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Salta
This graph shows how much rainfall Salta, Argentina, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Salta
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Salta, Argentina. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Salta
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Salta, Argentina. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Salta
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Salta, Argentina, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Salta
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October in Salta is surprisingly pleasant, with plenty of sunshine and temperatures up to 26°C. The occasional rain shower is normal but refreshing. In the evening it can be chilly, so a sweater is essential.— This text is automatically translated to English
Beautiful blue skies during the day and cool, pleasant nights. Ideal for active relaxation and enjoying nature.— This text is automatically translated to English
Days are sunny, temperatures are around 20 degrees and nights are cool. Rain is rare, so be prepared for dry days.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Salta by month
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