Cerro Bonete

Mountain Mountain peak in La Rioja province, Argentina

Cerro Bonete rises within La Rioja Province’s Andean terrain; mountaineers and high‑country travelers approach for remote alpine hiking, geological interest and high‑altitude landscapes in Argentina’s western ranges.

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Cerro Bonete
-27.8506, -68.8193

Tips for Visiting Cerro Bonete #

  • Treat this as a remote Andean outing: confirm local road conditions and hire an experienced local driver or guide-many routes in La Rioja province require high-clearance vehicles and local knowledge.
  • Plan your visit in the dry season (local cooler months from April through October tend to bring clearer skies and more reliable access) and check weather forecasts closely because conditions change rapidly in mountain areas.
  • If you're unsure of exact trails or access points, contact municipal tourism offices in La Rioja Province for current information and permission requirements rather than assuming public access.

Best Time to Visit Cerro Bonete #

Best during the drier months for clearer conditions; expect large differences between lowland and high‑altitude temperatures and persistent cold on the summit.

Dry season (clearer conditions)
May-September · Lowlands: 10-25°C; high altitudes: often below 0°C
Generally clearer skies and cooler lowland temperatures-conditions are often better for mountain approaches and long-distance visibility, though summits remain cold.
Wet/warmer season
October-April · Lowlands: 20-35°C; high altitudes: often below 0-5°C
Warmer conditions in the lowlands with a higher chance of storms at altitude; weather at summit elevations can remain cold and changeable year‑round.

Weather & Climate near Cerro Bonete #

Climate

Cerro Bonete's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from -15°C to 4°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-7°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
7.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-12°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
8.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -3°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
9.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-15° -2°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
9.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -15°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-15° -2°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
9.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-13°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
8.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -13°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-13°

Weather

10 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -10°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-8°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
8.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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