Iguazu Falls Cataratas del Iguazú
Foz do Iguaçu, Argentina
Iguazu Falls is a waterfall and horseshoe waterfall situated on the Iguazu River. It stands 82 meters tall at an elevation of 180 meters. It is one of the most looked-up sights in Argentina.
Planning a visit
The area experiences warm weather year-round, with highs ranging from 21 °C in June and July to 31 °C in January. Rain occurs throughout the year, with the driest period being July and August, which see about 6 to 7 rainy days each, compared to up to 18 rainy days in January. The ticket booth is open 8 to 16 daily, and the last return shuttle bus is at 17:30. Entry costs R$100, and wheelchair access is limited.
The site is 1060 km from Buenos Aires. You can fly into Cataratas Del Iguazú International Airport, located 6 km away, or Cataratas International Airport in Brazil, which is 12 km away. Nearby attractions include Saltos del Monday, 24.5 km away, and Itaipu Dam, 35.5 km away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is January, with an average high of 31 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 31 | 30 | 30 | 27 | 23 | 21 | 21 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 30 |
| Average low, °C | 22 | 22 | 21 | 19 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
| Rainfall, mm | 172 | 158 | 132 | 164 | 173 | 137 | 101 | 91 | 151 | 219 | 179 | 188 |
| Rainy days | 18 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 16 | 12 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
