Bariloche
A Swiss-styled lake town at the foot of the Andes with chocolate shops on nearly every corner, ski slopes in winter and hiking trails through the same peaks in summer, and a lake system you cross by boat between mountain refuges.
The best time to visit Bariloche is Dec–Feb, or Jul–Aug for ski, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F). Local time there is 20:58 (UTC-3).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 72°F · rain 1.2in · 14.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at San Carlos de Bariloche, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C72°F | 30mm1.2in | 14.8h14.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 23°C73°F | 18mm0.7in | 13.7h13.7h | in the recommended window |
| March | 19°C66°F | 35mm1.4in | 12.5h12.5h | |
| April | 15°C58°F | 62mm2.4in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| May | 9°C49°F | 106mm4.2in | 9.9h9.9h | |
| June | 5°C42°F | 189mm7.4in | 9.2h9.2h | |
| July | 5°C40°F | 196mm7.7in | 9.5h9.5h | in the recommended window |
| August | 6°C44°F | 110mm4.3in | 10.5h10.5h | in the recommended window |
| September | 9°C49°F | 66mm2.6in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| October | 13°C56°F | 54mm2.1in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| November | 17°C63°F | 42mm1.7in | 14.5h14.5h | |
| December | 21°C70°F | 22mm0.9in | 15.1h15.1h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- ARS · Argentine convertible peso
- Language
- Spanish
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 220 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Bariloche?
The best time to visit Bariloche is Dec–Feb, or Jul–Aug for ski, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F).
How warm does Bariloche get?
Typical daytime highs in Bariloche are Mar–May 14°C (58°F), Jun–Aug 6°C (42°F), Sep–Nov 13°C (56°F), Dec–Feb 22°C (72°F).
Is Bariloche expensive?
On the ground, Bariloche is mid-range.
What sort of trip is Bariloche good for?
Bariloche is good for landscape doing the heavy lifting, moving about and doing things, the once-in-a-lifetime sort of thing, snow and cold air.