In Puerto Madryn the key number is not the temperature but the wind. A sunny morning with 50 km/h (30 mph) gusts can close the port of Puerto Pirámides; a cloudy, calm day can be perfect for a boat trip. That is why we show the wind forecast instead of a sun or cloud icon.
Wind and temperature forecast
Which tour to choose depending on the weather
| If the forecast says… | Good choice | Better avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Wind under 25 km/h (15 mph) | Whale watching boat, snorkeling, kayaking, diving | — |
| Wind 25–40 km/h (15–25 mph) | Valdes Peninsula by land, Punta Tombo, El Doradillo | Kayaking and small-boat trips |
| Wind over 40 km/h (25 mph) | Welsh valley (MEF museum + Gaiman tea), Ecocentro, city tour | Boat trips (the port often closes) |
| Rain (rare) | Museums: MEF, Ecocentro, Welsh Landing Museum | Gravel roads on the peninsula |
| Heat over 30 °C (86 °F) | Snorkeling, beach, early Punta Tombo departure | Long midday walks |
Local tip: wind in Puerto Madryn is usually lighter early in the morning and at sunset. First-hour boat trips are the least often cancelled.
Unsure about the weather?
We reply on WhatsApp the same day, in English. Tell us your dates, group size and, if you arrive by cruise, the ship name.