Best time to visit Ushuaia
Go inJanuary–March and November
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Hike to Glaciar Martial for views over the Beagle Channel.
See Ushuaia on the globeUshuaia month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Mixed | 14°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Antarctica cruise season |
| February | Mixed | 14°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Antarctica cruise season |
| March | Mixed | 12°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Antarctica cruise season |
| April | Poor | 9°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| May | Poor | 6°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| June | Poor | 4°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| July | Poor | 4°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Poor | 6°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Poor | 8°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Mixed | 10°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| November | Mixed | 12°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Antarctica cruise season |
| December | Mixed | 13°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Antarctica cruise season |
Festivals, events and seasons in Ushuaia
- Nov–Mar🌿 Antarctica cruise seasonMost Antarctic voyages leave from here.
Good to know
- Flights to Ushuaia are usually cheapest in April–May and October.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August and December–February, so book early.
Ushuaia calls itself the ‘End of the World’.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Ushuaia?
The best time to visit Ushuaia is January–March and November. Hike to Glaciar Martial for views over the Beagle Channel.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Ushuaia?
Flights are usually cheapest in April–May and October, when demand is lowest.
When is Ushuaia busiest?
Ushuaia is busiest in July–August and December–February.
What is the weather like in Ushuaia?
January is the warmest month, with average highs of 14°C, and June the coolest at 4°C.
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