Geography of Buenos Aires
Geography of Buenos Aires: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Buenos Aires
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Coordinates: 34°36′13.3″S 58°22′53.8″W (-34.6037, -58.3816)
Quick facts about Buenos Aires
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Country | Argentina |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 34°36′13.3″S 58°22′53.8″W (-34.6037, -58.3816) |
| Population | 3.100.000 |
| Known for | Tango, steak and European boulevards |
| Local time | 11:27 AM (UTC-03:00) |
| Best months | January, September and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Geography by airport in Buenos Aires
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Summary
Buenos Aires is a city in Argentina. Buenos Aires is known for Tango, steak and European boulevards. It has a population of about 3.1 million.
Right now it is 44°F (6°C) in Buenos Aires with clear. It feels like 37°F. Today runs from 43°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Buenos Aires is January, September and December. The climate is temperate. March, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), about 17 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 53°F is 7.6°F below the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Buenos Aires today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Buenos Aires month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84° | 70° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 85° | 71° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 79° | 66° | 8,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 71° | 58° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 62° | 50° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 59° | 47° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 57° | 45° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 60° | 48° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 66° | 52° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 73° | 57° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 77° | 62° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 82° | 66° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires is a city in Argentina. Its coordinates are -34.6037, -58.3816. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Buenos Aires right now?
It is currently 44°F (6°C) with clear. Humidity is 76% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Buenos Aires?
January, September and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Buenos Aires, which has a temperate climate. March, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Buenos Aires in?
Buenos Aires observes America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires (UTC-03:00). The local time is 11:27 AM.
How many people live in Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires has a population of approximately 3.1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Buenos Aires?
The closest airports are Ezeiza International Airport (EZE), 17 mi away.
What places are in Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires covers 1 places in this atlas, including Ezeiza International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 11:27 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
