AI-generatedRío Gallegos at a glance
- Best time
- Oct – Mar
- Warmest month
- Jan · 20°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 11.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,060 h
- Rain a year
- 332 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in Río Gallegos
Río Gallegos has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. January is the warmest month with average highs of 20 °C, while July is the coolest at 5 °C. With around 2,060 hours of sunshine a year, Río Gallegos is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Río Gallegos
The best time to visit Río Gallegos is from October to March. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 11.2 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to March. The wettest month is December with 40 mm of precipitation.
Río Gallegos through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Río Gallegos in spring
Sep – Nov
Good
- 12–17 °C by day
- Sea 6 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Río Gallegos in summer
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 19–20 °C by day
- Sea 11 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Río Gallegos in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 9–17 °C by day
- Sea 9 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days in all
Río Gallegos in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 5–8 °C by day
- Sea 5 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: October – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 6°
- Midday, 13:00: about 14°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 15°
- Evening, 20:00: about 11°
- Night, 23:00: about 7°
06:3520:10
Cold evenings: bring a warm jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:14–07:20 · evening 19:25–20:31
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:00–06:14 · evening 20:31–20:45
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Río Gallegos compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 13° at the start of the month to 16° at the end. The sea warms from 5° to 7°. The days get 1.9 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 13° | 16° |
| Night-time low | 2° | 4° |
| Sea | 5° | 7° |
| Daylight | 12.7 h | 14.6 h |
What is the weather like in Río Gallegos in October?
In October, Río Gallegos is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 5.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 20 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 13 h 35 min06:35 – 20:10
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 36 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 58 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC−3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %71 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %63 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %86 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Río Gallegos
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February has the better holiday weather in Río Gallegos: score 85 against 74. In February, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in February. February has 2 more rainy days.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 85better |
| Daytime high | 15° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 3° | 7° |
| Sea | 5.8° | 11.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.8 h | 7.0 h |
| Rainy days | 6better | 8 |
| Rainfall | 20 mmbetter | 33 mm |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Río Gallegos month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
82January20° · Sea 11° · 7.8 h
In January, Río Gallegos is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 10.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 39 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 37 km/h. All in all, January is an excellent month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in January85February20° · Sea 11° · 7.0 h
In February, Río Gallegos is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 11.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 33 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in February78March17° · Sea 11° · 5.9 h
In March, Río Gallegos is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 10.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 34 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in March58April14° · Sea 9° · 4.9 h
In April, Río Gallegos is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 9.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 29 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in April33May9° · Sea 8° · 3.8 h
In May, Río Gallegos is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 7.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 26 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in May26June6° · Sea 6° · 3.1 h
In June, Río Gallegos is cold: daytime highs average 6 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−2 °C). The sea averages 6.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 24 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in June28July5° · Sea 5° · 3.5 h
In July, Río Gallegos is cold: daytime highs average 5 °C, and nights often drop below freezing (−2 °C). The sea averages 4.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 22 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in July32August8° · Sea 4° · 4.5 h
In August, Río Gallegos is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about −1 °C. The sea averages 4.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 22 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in August53September12° · Sea 4° · 5.4 h
In September, Río Gallegos is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 4.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 18 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in September74October15° · Sea 6° · 6.8 h
In October, Río Gallegos is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 5.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 20 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in October85November17° · Sea 8° · 7.7 h
In November, Río Gallegos is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 7.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 27 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 37 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in November82December19° · Sea 9° · 7.5 h
In December, Río Gallegos is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 9.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 40 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 38 km/h. All in all, December is an excellent month for a holiday in Río Gallegos.
Río Gallegos in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Río Gallegos
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Frost below 0°
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
ColdOctober: nights around 3°. The room should be heated.
The coolest nights are in July (−2°), the warmest in January (8°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average all year round except in January, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 82 | 20° | 8° | 10.8° | 7.8 h | 10 | 39 |
| FebruaryFeb | 85 | 20° | 7° | 11.2° | 7.0 h | 8 | 33 |
| MarchMar | 78 | 17° | 6° | 10.7° | 5.9 h | 8 | 34 |
| AprilApr | 58 | 14° | 3° | 9.3° | 4.9 h | 7 | 29 |
| MayMay | 33 | 9° | 1° | 7.8° | 3.8 h | 6 | 26 |
| JuneJun | 26 | 6° | −2° | 6.2° | 3.1 h | 6 | 24 |
| JulyJul | 28 | 5° | −2° | 4.9° | 3.5 h | 6 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 32 | 8° | −1° | 4.1° | 4.5 h | 6 | 22 |
| SeptemberSep | 53 | 12° | 1° | 4.3° | 5.4 h | 5 | 18 |
| OctoberOct | 74 | 15° | 3° | 5.8° | 6.8 h | 6 | 20 |
| NovemberNov | 85 | 17° | 5° | 7.7° | 7.7 h | 8 | 27 |
| DecemberDec | 82 | 19° | 7° | 9.4° | 7.5 h | 10 | 40 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Río Gallegos
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 5.3 – 6.3 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Río Gallegos ranges from 4.1 °C in August to 11.2 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in February, while the air already peaks in January. In June the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 10.4 and 12.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 10.8° | 10.1° | 11.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 11.2° | 10.4° | 12.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 10.7° | 9.9° | 11.3° | cold |
| AprilApr | 9.3° | 8.8° | 10.1° | cold |
| MayMay | 7.8° | 7.2° | 8.5° | cold |
| JuneJun | 6.2° | 5.3° | 6.8° | cold |
| JulyJul | 4.9° | 4.0° | 5.7° | cold |
| AugustAug | 4.1° | 3.3° | 5.0° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 4.3° | 3.8° | 5.0° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 5.8° | 5.3° | 6.3° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 7.7° | 7.0° | 8.6° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 9.4° | 8.5° | 10.5° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Río Gallegos
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.8 of 13.6 hours of daylight in Río Gallegos, 50 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 4 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Río Gallegos: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Río Gallegos has about 6 rainy days with 20 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Río Gallegos
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 7).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 65 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Río Gallegos
How breezy and how cloudy Río Gallegos is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Río Gallegos typically peaks at 36 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 58 % of the sky over Río Gallegos: variable cloud, with about 6.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
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Río Gallegos in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Río Gallegos has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 82) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 31).
- 64
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
- 32
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 8 °C by day
- Sea 7 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
- 31
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 7 °C by day
- Sea 4 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
- 74
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 6 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 82
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
ExcellentBest holidays
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 10 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 16 h 20 min
- Distance
- 13,150 km
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (4 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Río Gallegos vs Punta Arenas
In October Río Gallegos has the better holiday weather (score 74 vs 36). During the day Punta Arenas is 4 °C cooler than Río Gallegos. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Río Gallegos | Punta Arenas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 36 |
| Daytime high | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 6° | 6° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 14 |
| Best time | Oct – Mar | Jan – Feb |
Through the year
Argentina in October: the best places
In October, Río Gallegos ranks 13 of 24 destinations in this country.
- Neuquén23°97
- 2Comodoro Rivadavia19°9°96
- 3Puerto San Julián17°7°92
- 4Mendoza24°89
- 5Bahía Blanca23°88
- 6Córdoba27°87
- 7La Plata21°83
- 8Buenos Aires21°19°83
- 13Río GallegosThis page15°6°74
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Frequently asked questions about Río Gallegos
When is the best time to visit Río Gallegos?
The best time to visit Río Gallegos is from October to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Río Gallegos?
The sea temperature in Río Gallegos ranges from 4.1 °C in August to 11.2 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Río Gallegos in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 5.8 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Río Gallegos?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 20 °C and nights around 8 °C. July is the coolest month at 5 °C.
When does it rain most in Río Gallegos?
The wettest month is December with 40 mm of precipitation. The driest month is September with 18 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Río Gallegos get?
Río Gallegos gets around 2,060 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.8 hours a day; in June there are 3.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Río Gallegos in?
Río Gallegos is on UTC−3 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Río Gallegos?
A nonstop flight from London to Río Gallegos takes about 16 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 13,150 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Río Gallegos?
Río Gallegos has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 82) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 31). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 64, May half-term 32, summer holidays 31, October half-term 74, Christmas holidays 82.