Cerro del Nacimiento
Mountain High Andean mountain in Catamarca Province
Located in Catamarca Province, Cerro del Nacimiento is a high Andean peak visited by mountaineers for acclimatization treks, volcanic rock scenery and wide mountain vistas.
How to Get to Cerro del Nacimiento #
Access is by road from provincial towns in Catamarca; routes vary and often include long sections of unpaved road. Local guides and 4x4 transport are recommended.
Tips for Visiting Cerro del Nacimiento #
- High‑elevation conditions can be severe; allow time for gradual ascent and watch for altitude sickness.
- Local guides from nearby villages have the best knowledge of water sources and route options.
- Bring layers and a windproof shell - even summer days can have sharp temperature swings at altitude.
Best Time to Visit Cerro del Nacimiento #
Dry months (roughly May-September) offer clearer skies and more reliable trekking conditions.
Weather & Climate near Cerro del Nacimiento #
Cerro del Nacimiento'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 -19°C to 0°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
February
February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -11°C. The wettest month with 36 mm of rain and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
April
April is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -14°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
May
May is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -16°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
June
June is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -18°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
July
July is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -19°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
August
August is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -19°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
September
September is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
October
October is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -17°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
November
November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
Comfort
Weather
December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.
.jpg?width=600)