Nevado Juncal
Mountain Glaciated Andean mountain on Chile–Argentina border
Nevado Juncal rises in the Santiago Metropolitan Andes; alpinists access glaciers and technical routes, often approaching from mountain huts and base camps outside Santiago.
How to Get to Nevado Juncal #
Approach routes vary by route and base town; the mountain is commonly accessed from roads in the Santiago Metropolitan Region and requires overnight acclimatization and local guides.
Tips for Visiting Nevado Juncal #
- Glaciated approaches require crampons and rope teams in many seasons - hire experienced guides if planning a climb.
- Check border regulations if approaching from either Chile or Argentina; the massif sits close to international divides.
Best Time to Visit Nevado Juncal #
High mountain visits depend on stable, dry weather; consult professional guides and local mountain services.
Weather & Climate near Nevado Juncal #
Nevado Juncal's climate is classified as Ice Cap - Ice Cap climate with freezing summers (peaking in January) and freezing winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -20°C to -2°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -10°C. The driest month with just 12 mm and windy conditions.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and windy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and windy conditions.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and windy conditions.
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July
July is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -20°C. The wettest month with 83 mm of rain and windy conditions.
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August
August is freezing with highs of -11°C and lows of -20°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and windy conditions.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -19°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and windy conditions.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -18°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -6°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and windy conditions.
