Falso Azufre

Mountain Volcanic summit in Catamarca Province, high Andean peak

Falso Azufre is a high Andean volcanic cone in Catamarca, Argentina, visited by mountaineers for remote, high-altitude climbs and geological study of volcanic structures.

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Falso Azufre
Falso Azufre (volcanic complex), Catamarca Province, Argentina
-26.7997, -68.3596

How to Get to Falso Azufre #

Access is typically from provincial roads in Catamarca Province with 4x4 travel required for the final approaches. The nearest towns with services are Fiambalá and Tinogasta; local guides and outfitters in those towns organize transport and climbs. Always check weather and obtain any necessary permits.

Tips for Visiting Falso Azufre #

  • High-altitude conditions demand acclimatization-spend a day near base altitude before attempting summits.
  • Consult local guides for up-to-date volcanic and seismic conditions-Falso Azufre lies in an active Andean corridor.
  • Pack cold-weather gear even in summer; daytime sun is strong but nights are frigid at elevation.

Best Time to Visit Falso Azufre #

Best visited in the southern hemisphere summer (Dec-Mar) for more stable weather and safer climbing conditions.

Southern summer
Dec-Mar · -5-10°C at summit
Warmer lower down and more stable weather; climbing windows more frequent.
Shoulder seasons
Oct-Nov, Apr-May · -10-5°C
Potentially good weather but more variability; fewer climbers.

Weather & Climate near Falso Azufre #

Climate

Falso Azufre'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 -14°C to 6°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
Warmest Month
-14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Freezing
C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

19 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. The wettest month with 31 mm of rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March 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

19 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
7.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -12°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-12°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
8.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy

June

June is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -1°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
9.6 m/s
Wind
Breezy

July

July is the coldest month with highs of -1°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-8°
Feels Like Freezing
-8°C
Temperature
-14° -1°

Weather

7 mm
Rainfall
9.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

August

August is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -14°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-14°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
8.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -12°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-12°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
8.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -12°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-4°
Feels Like Freezing
-4°C
Temperature
-12°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -9°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-9°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
7.7 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is freezing with highs of 6°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall and breezy conditions.

Comfort

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

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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