Where to go when - our guide to Iguazú Falls

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December - February

These are the peak summer months, with a spike in heat (up to 40°C), rain and humidity. Thanks to the rainfall, the falls are at their fullest and most dramatic, soaking onlookers in a refreshing spray. Visitor numbers are high as this is Latin American holiday time, and some trails may become inaccessible due to the wet climate.

31°C Average max daytime temperature

19°C Average min nighttime temperature

11 days per season rainfall

High humidity

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March - August

There are not so many visitors during these months, with the exception of Easter week, which can be busy. From April - June you’ll spot colourful butterflies in the jungle foliage and rainbows among the misty spray. Temperatures cool over this period, and can be crisp (below 10°C) in the mornings from June - August, making this an ideal time for energetic outdoor activities such as hiking and cycle rides. Though the climate is cooler, most days are clear and sunny.

24°C Average max daytime temperature

12°C Average min nighttime temperature

9 days per season rainfall

Low humidity

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September - November

During this period the weather is not too humid or hot, and you may experience some rainfall. After the dry season the volume of water in the falls is reduced, revealing individual cataracts which plunge over exposed granite cliffs.

27°C Average max daytime temperature

15°C Average min nighttime temperature

10 days per season rainfall

Moderate humidity

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    Ben fell in love with Latin America on a six month backpacking trip from Colombia to Mexico in 1995. Since then he has explored most of South America, including living in Peru for a year. He is now Head of Sales.

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    After graduating with a degree in Anthropology and History and having been fascinated by Latin America since childhood by the book featuring photos of Nazca, Juliet first visited the region in 2003. Since then, Juliet has visited the majority of countries in Latin America but has particularly extensive experience with Peru, a country she loves for many reasons but not least, its incredible archaeological richness and delicious food!

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    A globetrotter since her childhood, Alex spent a year studying abroad in Guadalajara and has returned to Latin America countless times since then.

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    Maggie visited Latin America on her first backpacking trip when she was 19. Since then, she has taken every opportunity to travel, and has managed to explore a lot of the region in subsequent trips.

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