When to go to Islands and fjords of southern Patagonia
December - February
These are the peak summer months, with the clearest and warmest weather conditions. Strong, pervasive winds blow across the remote wilderness, and you may spot a humpback whale breaching the surface of the ocean. Conditions are ideal for kayaking in hidden lakes and trekking through the evergreen forests of the islands.
14°C Average max daytime temperature
6°C Average min nighttime temperature
9 days per season rainfall
humidity
March - May
This is a shoulder season with fewer visitors, so you’ll enjoy sweeping views of autumnal foliage and turquoise lakes uninterrupted by crowds. Temperatures begin to drop and rainfall, bursts of snow and brilliant sunshine are all possible. Spot thriving colonies of magellanic, king and gentoo penguins on Tierra del Fuego.
10°C Average max daytime temperature
4°C Average min nighttime temperature
9 days per season rainfall
humidity
June - August
Conditions are perfect for skiing as there is heavy snowfall in the south. Expect freezing temperatures and frequent rain, though the fierce winds of summer will usually have quietened down.
4°C Average max daytime temperature
0°C Average min nighttime temperature
10 days per season rainfall
humidity
September - November
With the arrival of spring, it is possible to visit the gentoo, king and magellanic penguins of Tierra del Fuego. The landscapes bud and bloom and temperatures begin to warm up. Fewer visitors during this season mean you’ll experience the shadowy fjords and dense forests in utter peace.
9°C Average max daytime temperature
3°C Average min nighttime temperature
7 days per season rainfall
humidity
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