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The Puente de la Mujer footbridge and the Puerto Madero skyline in Buenos AiresMedellín's valley and the Andean mountains seen from the metrocable

Buenos Aires vs Medellín in July

Medellín edges it in July. Buenos Aires averages 8–16°C with moderate crowds; Medellín 18–29°C with moderate-high crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Buenos Aires and Medellín

The verdict for July

  • WeatherMedellín has the better weather4.5/10 vs 8/10
  • CrowdsBuenos Aires is quieterModerate vs Moderate-High
  • PricesBuenos Aires is cheaper$$$ vs $$$
  • OverallMedellín comes out ahead5.3/10 vs 6.6/10
The Puente de la Mujer footbridge and the Puerto Madero skyline in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires in July

Winter holidays

Temperature
8–16°C
Crowds
Moderate
Prices
$$$

+School holidays bring local tourists.

–Cold weather and busier hotels.

July sees Argentine winter holidays, with more domestic travellers; the Rural Exhibition takes place in the city.

Buenos Aires in July
Medellín's valley and the Andean mountains seen from the metrocable

Medellín in July

Mid-year dry spell

Temperature
18–29°C
Crowds
Moderate-High
Prices
$$$

+Dry weather and a busy visitor scene.

–Domestic holiday crowds.

July is a drier month with an active events calendar and moderate crowds.

Medellín in July

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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