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2 clusters · 2 sources · 24 days · First seen · Last updated

Categories: INTERNATIONAL

Argentina historic cold wave

Entities: Argentina · Comodoro Rivadavia · Servicio Meteorológico Nacional

Overview

In early July 2026, Argentina experienced an unprecedented polar cold wave that drove temperatures below freezing across the country. By the end of the month, the extreme conditions persisted in the Patagonian city of Comodoro Rivadavia, where temperatures fell to –1.8 °C with wind chills near –4 °C. National meteorological services issued a yellow alert for low temperatures and a high likelihood of snow and mixed rain, forecasting 10–20 mm of precipitation and strong winds up to 59 km/h. Local authorities responded by clearing drainage systems, urging residents—particularly children, seniors, and those with health issues—to take precautions, avoid flooding, and stay updated on official guidance.

Timeline

  1. about 12 hours ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Comodoro Rivadavia hit by extreme cold, snow and rain as temperatures drop below zero

    Comodoro Rivadavia recorded -1.8 °C, feeling -3.9 °C, becoming Argentina’s fourth coldest city, with snow chances, rain and strong winds; authorities issued a low‑temperature alert and urged precautions.

  2. 24 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
    Argentina hit by historic polar cold wave as temperatures plunge below zero

    A historic polar cold wave swept Argentina, dropping temperatures below zero in many provinces, prompting road‑ice warnings, health advisories and forecasts of gradual warming later in the week.

Sources

adnsur.com.ar · argentarnoticias.com.ar