Gable IslandWhen to Go
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).
Air Quality:
AQI 58
Moderate
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
13°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 6° - 13° | 7° | 65 mm | - | - | 6.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 6° - 13° | 6° | 45 mm | - | - | 7.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 4° - 11° | 4° | 60 mm | - | - | 6.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 9° | 2° | 63 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 1° - 6° | -1° | 66 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | -1° - 4° | -3° | 53 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | -1° - 4° | -4° | 57 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | -1° - 5° | -3° | 40 mm | - | - | 6.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 1° - 7° | -1° | 32 mm | - | - | 6.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 2° - 9° | 2° | 34 mm | - | - | 7.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 11° | 4° | 68 mm | - | - | 7.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 5° - 12° | 5° | 49 mm | - | - | 7.0 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.