Chilecito weather
At 6:15 PM local time it was mostly clear and 24°C (74°F). Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.3 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Sep–Nov. Chilecito sits 1129 m (3,704 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Chilecito, La Rioja, Argentina.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 40%
- Chance of rain
- 8%
- Rain
- 0.1 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.3 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Sep–NovOff season May–Jul, Jan
About Chilecito weather
Is it raining in Chilecito right now?
No. It’s mostly clear and 24° right now. Light rain for 3 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.3 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Chilecito this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 18–28° and lows of 12–15°. Rain is likely on 1 of 7 days (Wednesday). The driest day looks like Sunday.
Has it been raining in Chilecito lately?
In the past 7 days, Chilecito had 4 rainy days and 12.9 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Chilecito?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes, sunscreen and a warm layer for the evenings.
Chilecito weather by month
When is the best time to visit Chilecito?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Chilecito is Sep–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Jul, Jan tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 13°C (55°F) in July to 24°C (75°F) in December.
What is the rainiest month in Chilecito?
January is the wettest month, with about 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain on average. August is the driest, with about 2 mm (0.1 in).
What is the hottest month in Chilecito?
December is the warmest, with average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 9°C (49°F). July is the coolest, with highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of -2°C (28°F).
Does Chilecito have a rainy season?
Not a strong one. No month averages more than 150 mm of rain; the wettest is January at about 93 mm (3.7 in).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months