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Salta

Visit in October — score 73/100 · avg high 89°F · 6 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

85°/49°F
31 rain days
13.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

February

82°/47°F
28 rain days
12.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

March

81°/44°F
31 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

April

80°/38°F
17 rain days
11.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

May

78°/31°F
2 rain days
10.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

June

77°/28°F
1 rain days
10.5h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

July

79°/24°F
1 rain days
10.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

#3
83°/27°F
1 rain days
11.1h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

#2
88°/30°F
1 rain days
11.9h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

October

#1
89°/37°F
6 rain days
12.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

November

89°/41°F
15 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

December

88°/45°F
31 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January4564°85°49°3119313.4hModerateBelow avg
February4163°82°47°2816412.8hModerateBelow avg
March3860°81°44°3113312.2hModerateBelow avg
April4157°80°38°176711.4hModerateAverage
May6351°78°31°21010.8hModerateAverage
June5749°77°28°1410.5hHighAbove avg
July6049°79°24°1310.6hHighAverage
August6451°83°27°1311.1hHighAverage
September7256°88°30°1411.9hHighAbove avg
October7361°89°37°62612.6hHighAverage
November6163°89°41°156113.2hModerateBelow avg
December4864°88°45°3113713.5hModerateBelow avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
69/100
High
89°F
Low
36°F
Rain days
8/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Salta (September, October, November) brings average highs of 89°F and lows of 36°F, with about 8 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 69/100, with October being the strongest month of the season at 73/100.

Summer

Score
45/100
High
85°F
Low
47°F
Rain days
30/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Salta (December, January, February) brings average highs of 85°F and lows of 47°F, with about 30 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 45/100, with December being the strongest month of the season at 48/100.

Fall

Score
47/100
High
80°F
Low
38°F
Rain days
17/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Salta (March, April, May) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 38°F, with about 17 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 47/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 63/100.

Winter

Score
60/100
High
80°F
Low
26°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Salta (June, July, August) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 26°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 60/100, with August being the strongest month of the season at 64/100.

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 Salta?
The best month to visit Salta is October, with an overall travel score of 73/100. Expect average highs of 89°F, about 6 rainy days, and high tourist crowds.
Is Salta expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Salta are relatively moderate, averaging 113% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is December.
What is the weather like in Salta in December?
December in Salta has average highs of 88°F and lows of 45°F, with approximately 31 rainy days and 13.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 48/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Salta?
The most affordable time to visit Salta 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 March (score: 38/100).

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