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Best Time to Visit
Mendoza

Visit in December — score 87/100 · avg high 102°F · 8 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

102°/55°F
12 rain days
13.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

99°/52°F
12 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

#3
94°/47°F
8 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

88°/40°F
6 rain days
11.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

80°/34°F
3 rain days
10.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

76°/29°F
3 rain days
9.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

76°/28°F
2 rain days
10.0h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

83°/30°F
3 rain days
10.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

89°/34°F
2 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

94°/39°F
4 rain days
12.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

#2
98°/46°F
8 rain days
13.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

#1
102°/52°F
8 rain days
14.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January7578°102°55°124613.9hModerateBelow avg
February7375°99°52°124913.2hModerateBelow avg
March7970°94°47°83312.2hModerateBelow avg
April6962°88°40°62311.2hModerateAverage
May5754°80°34°31310.3hModerateAverage
June4247°76°29°3129.8hHighAbove avg
July4646°76°28°2710.0hHighAverage
August5451°83°30°31010.8hHighAverage
September6757°89°34°2611.8hHighAbove avg
October7964°94°39°41612.8hHighAverage
November8271°98°46°83213.7hModerateBelow avg
December8776°102°52°83114.2hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
76/100
High
94°F
Low
40°F
Rain days
4/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Mendoza (September, October, November) brings average highs of 94°F and lows of 40°F, with about 4 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 76/100, with November being the strongest month of the season at 82/100.

Summer

Score
78/100
High
101°F
Low
53°F
Rain days
11/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Mendoza (December, January, February) brings average highs of 101°F and lows of 53°F, with about 11 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 78/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 87/100.

Fall

Score
68/100
High
87°F
Low
40°F
Rain days
6/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Mendoza (March, April, May) brings average highs of 87°F and lows of 40°F, with about 6 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 68/100, with March being the strongest month of the season at 79/100.

Winter

Score
47/100
High
78°F
Low
29°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Mendoza (June, July, August) brings average highs of 78°F and lows of 29°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 54/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Mendoza?
The best month to visit Mendoza is December, with an overall travel score of 87/100. Expect average highs of 102°F, about 8 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Mendoza expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Mendoza are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Mendoza in December?
December in Mendoza has average highs of 102°F and lows of 52°F, with approximately 8 rainy days and 14.2 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 87/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Mendoza?
The most affordable time to visit Mendoza is December, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in December, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is June (score: 42/100).

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