Cerro TuzgleAbout Cerro Tuzgle
Cerro Tuzgle is a high Andean volcano in Jujuy Province, Argentina, located on the Puna plateau and noted as a prominent summit within the region’s volcanic landscape.
The mountain and its surroundings offer high‑altitude hiking, extensive volcanic terrain and wide plateau views; the site is frequented by climbers, geologists and observers of Puna‑steppe ecosystems. Local thermal features and saline lagoons are characteristic of the broader Puna landscape.
Cerro Tuzgle is one of the volcanic centers of the Puna region with volcanic activity in the Quaternary; it has been studied for its volcanic deposits and regional geology.
The volcano sits in northwestern Argentina’s Jujuy Province on the high Puna plateau and is reached from provincial towns that serve as bases for high‑altitude excursions.
- Safety: High‑altitude environment requires acclimatization; visitors should plan for rapid weather changes and cold nights even during the austral summer.
Best Time to Visit Cerro Tuzgle
High plains clarity in winter/shoulder months; summer offers warmer days but more weather disruptions.
Weather & Climate near Cerro Tuzgle
Cerro Tuzgle's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in December) and freezing winters (coldest in June). Temperatures range from -13°C to 12°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -3° - 11° | 0° | 40 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -3° - 10° | -1° | 44 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -4° - 10° | -1° | 25 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -7° - 9° | -4° | 2 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | -10° - 7° | -7° | 1 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -13° - 5° | -11° | 1 mm | - | - | 6.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -13° - 5° | -11° | 1 mm | - | - | 6.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -12° - 7° | -9° | 1 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | -9° - 9° | -6° | 2 mm | - | - | 6.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -8° - 10° | -4° | 5 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -5° - 11° | -2° | 13 mm | - | - | 5.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -3° - 12° | 0° | 26 mm | - | - | 5.8 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Cerro Tuzgle
Cerro Tuzgle is accessed from the town of Susques on the high Puna plateau. From San Salvador de Jujuy, drivers take Ruta Nacional 52 toward Susques and then local roads toward Tuzgle. High‑clearance vehicles and local guides are recommended.
Tips for Visiting Cerro Tuzgle
- Acclimatize in Susques (elevation ~3,600 m) for at least one day before attempting higher altitudes.
- The best photographic light is early morning when high‑altitude steam and color contrast are strongest.
- Coordinate with local tour operators for a 4x4 approach - many access tracks become soft in rain.