January is peak summer in Buenos Aires and the month locals themselves leave town for the coast. Here's what that means for visitors, plus weather, events, and a sample itinerary.

February shares January's heat but adds Carnival, Buenos Aires' own murga-centred take on the tradition. Weather, events, and a sample itinerary for the month.

March is the turning point of the Buenos Aires year, summer giving way to autumn as the city fully reactivates. Weather, BAFICI, Día de la Memoria, and a sample itinerary.

April is widely considered the single best month to visit Buenos Aires: mild weather, the Book Fair, Malbec World Day, and none of summer's heat.

May brings cooler autumn weather, Revolution Day, and ArteBA, making it a strong month for a culture-and-museum-focused Buenos Aires visit.

June starts Buenos Aires' low season: lower prices, thinner crowds, and an indoor-friendly month for museums, parrillas, and tango.

July is Buenos Aires' coldest month, but Independence Day and winter school holidays give it real energy. Weather, events, and tips for combining with Patagonia.

December brings the start of summer, Christmas and New Year celebrated in genuine heat, and the beginning of the city's summer exodus to the coast.