The best time to visit Buenos Aires
For most travellers, the sweet spot in Buenos Aires is May · April · November: 18° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.
Climate through the year
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30° / 20° | Moderate | $$ | Fair |
| February | 29° / 19° | High | $$ | Fair |
| March | 26° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | Great |
| April | 22° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| May | 18° / 10° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| June | 14° / 6° | Low | $ | Quiet |
| July | 14° / 6° | Low | $ | Quiet |
| August | 16° / 7° | Moderate | $ | Fair |
| September | 18° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | Great |
| October | 21° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| November | 24° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| December | 28° / 18° | High | $$ | Great |
The year in Buenos Aires
Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Buenos Aires.
When to go, depending on what you want
Practical basics
- Region
- South America
- Local currency
- ARS
- Hemisphere
- Southern (summer in Dec–Feb)
- Yearly range
- 6° – 30°
- Strongest months
- May, April, November
- Good for
- city · culture · food · nightlife
Events in Buenos Aires
- Feb Buenos Aires Carnival — Murga troupes drum and dance through neighborhood street parties.
- Apr–May Feria del Libro — One of the world’s largest book fairs fills La Rural with readers and authors.
- Aug Tango Buenos Aires Festival y Mundial — Dancers from around the world compete and perform in theaters citywide.
- Nov Creamfields Buenos Aires — A massive electronic music festival draws international DJs and all-night crowds.
Every month in Buenos Aires
A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to visit Buenos Aires?
For most travellers, the sweet spot in Buenos Aires is May · April · November: 18° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.
What is the cheapest time to visit Buenos Aires?
June — Prices run low season this month: some of the best deals of the year. Save 46%.
When should you avoid Buenos Aires?
No major festivals fall in Buenos Aires, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
What is the weather like in Buenos Aires?
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 6°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
