Aluminé LakeWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Aluminé Lake
Southern hemisphere summer (Dec-Feb) is the main season for lake activity and access.
Summer
December-February · 10-25°C
Warmer weather and best for boating, fishing and lakeside recreation.
Spring/Autumn
October-November, March-April · 5-20°C
Cooler and less crowded; good for hiking and photography.
Weather & Climate near Aluminé Lake
Climate
Aluminé Lake's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -1°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (972 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 79
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 7° - 23° | 15° | 22 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 6° - 23° | 15° | 28 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 20° | 12° | 48 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 2° - 16° | 7° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 0° - 11° | 3° | 149 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -1° - 7° | 3° | 179 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -1° - 7° | -1° | 161 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -1° - 8° | 3° | 116 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 0° - 11° | 3° | 73 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 1° - 15° | 6° | 45 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 19° | 11° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 6° - 21° | 14° | 34 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Aluminé Lake
The lake is reached from the town of Aluminé (Neuquén Province). From San Martín de los Andes and other regional centers drive on provincial roads toward Aluminé; public buses service the town seasonally. Private vehicles or regional shuttles are the most practical ways to approach the lake.
Tips for Visiting Aluminé Lake
- Access is best from the town of Aluminé-road access to lakeside trailheads is variable and sometimes seasonal.
- If visiting in summer, include a boat trip on Lake Aluminé to see the shoreline and nearby forests.
- Combine with a visit to Lanín National Park for broader Andean scenery and hiking opportunities.