July weather forecast
El Calafate, Argentina

July extends the winter spell over El Calafate, potentially seeing the lowest temperatures of the year at -2.8°C (27°F). The city witnesses 5 snowfall days, the highest for any month, elegantly transforming the locale into a winter wonderland. With sunlight lasting for 3.1 hours and daylight for 8.5 hours, this is indeed the coldest and darkest period of the year. However, these conditions provide the perfect backdrop for a white winter adventure in Argentina.

Temperature

July, having an average high-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

The most humid month is July, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In El Calafate, in July, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. In El Calafate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 65 days and collects up to 209mm (8.23") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through October are months with snowfall in El Calafate. July has the most snowfall days of the year. Snow falls for 5 days.

Daylight

In El Calafate, the average length of the day in July is 8h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:49 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 09:21 and sunset at 18:29 -03.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in El Calafate is July, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in El Calafate. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in July leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.