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Perito Moreno Glacier

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Perito Moreno Glacier

Patagonia, Argentina
Best timeOct–Apr
Set inPatagonia, Argentina
In season~50°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

28–50°F
Nearest airportFTE
CurrencyARS
LanguageSpanish
TimezoneUTC-03:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

On the map
Map showing the location of Perito Moreno Glacier
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sweet spotPeak Feb. Go in Mar, Apr, Sep for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightOct · 27%
WarmestFeb · 50°F
WettestJan
Best windowOct–Apr
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

A five-kilometre wall of calving ice you can walk right up to.

Best time to visit

Aim for Oct–Apr, the 7 months that line up best.

On foot

The classic way in is the Glacier boardwalks & ice trek. Nearest airport is FTE.

Route details →

Pairs well with

Torres del Paine (W Trek)
35 mi away
Fitz Roy & Laguna de los Tres
85 mi away
Cueva de las Manos
257 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Perito Moreno Glacier?

The best time to visit Perito Moreno Glacier is October–April, in Patagonia, Argentina.

Where is Perito Moreno Glacier?

Perito Moreno Glacier is in Patagonia, Argentina. The nearest major airport is FTE.

What is Perito Moreno Glacier known for?

A five-kilometre wall of calving ice you can walk right up to.