Gable Island

Island Island at Beagle Channel near Tierra del Fuego

In the Beagle Channel off Tierra del Fuego, Gable Island appears on boat itineraries for coastal scenery, sea-bird colonies and views toward Ushuaia and the Chilean channels.

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Gable Island
Gable Island (Isla Gable), near Ushuaia / Beagle Channel, Tierra del Fuego Province, Argentina
-54.8920, -67.4765

How to Get to Gable Island #

Access is normally by private boat or local expedition operators from Ushuaia or other ports in Tierra del Fuego; sea conditions dictate whether landings are feasible.

Tips for Visiting Gable Island #

  • Weather on Tierra del Fuego can shift quickly-dress in layers and be prepared for strong winds.
  • Boat tours and local operators can provide the safest approaches to the island; landings can be rough and subject to tidal conditions.
  • Bring a camera with a good telephoto lens-wildlife and scenic coastline views are best observed from a distance.

Best Time to Visit Gable Island #

The austral summer is the most practical season for boat access and wildlife viewing in the Beagle Channel area.

Southern summer
Dec-Feb · 5°C to 15°C
Best time for sea conditions and wildlife viewing in the Beagle Channel.
Shoulder seasons
Oct-Nov, Mar-Apr · 0°C to 10°C
Fewer tourists and cooler weather; sea conditions can be variable.

Weather & Climate near Gable Island #

Climate

Gable Island's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cold summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -1°C to 13°C. Moderate rainfall (632 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
13°

Weather

65 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy

February

February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

45 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy

April

April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

May

May is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy

September

September is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 68 mm of rain and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy

December

December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and breezy conditions.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy

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