Best time to visit South America

Are you looking for the best time to visit South America? Well, you’re in the right place! Although South America is a great destination to visit almost all year round, April-June is the best time to go due to its perfect climate conditions. Around this time of year, flights and accommodation can also be cheaper as it is outside of key peak holiday seasons if you book well enough in advance.

During the peak of the warmer months, temperatures in Buenos Aires, South America can rise to a maximum of around 33℃ (92℉). In the colder months such as July, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 8℃ (46℉). Temperatures often differ in other areas of South America though so you can find out more information about this below.

If you want to get the most out of your time visiting South America, or you’re just afraid of the dark, the days in December are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of South America in November. Head there in June instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.

To learn everything you need to know (and none of the stuff you don’t) about when to go to South America, keep reading below. Plus, you’ll find tools to help you get the best deals on travel and hotels too!

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