An intense polar front keeps Santa Cruz and Chubut under a red alert, with temperatures plunging below -20°C. New snowfalls are expected in the Andes, while the Buenos Aires area sees a slight improvement. Discover the details and recommendations to face this weather.
In an incredible operation, José Bilbao and Noelia Siares were rescued alive after spending nearly two days stranded in their truck in Santa Cruz, Argentina. They survived the extreme cold by rationing fuel and using Starlink to communicate, showing remarkable resilience.
José Guillermo Bilbao and Noelia Siares were found alive in Cerro Piedra, Santa Cruz, after spending nearly two days stranded in their truck due to heavy snow. They carefully rationed fuel to survive the polar cold and maintained communication thanks to a satellite connection.
A couple was rescued alive after spending more than 44 hours trapped in their truck under -22°C temperatures in Cerro Piedra, Santa Cruz. José Bilbao and Noelia Siares survived by rationing fuel and were found in perfect health thanks to a massive joint rescue operation that prevented a tragedy.
According to local sources, the Argentine province of Santa Cruz will face the coldest period of the year with severe snow and frost. The National Meteorological Service has issued red and orange alerts. Highway authorities recommend avoiding non-essential travel and carrying tire chains. Teams are working tirelessly to keep roads safe.
The Argentine province of Santa Cruz is experiencing the most intense cold event of the year, with heavy snowfall and severe frosts. The National Meteorological Service (SMN) issued a red alert for several areas, while the Highway Department recommends extreme caution on routes as temperatures could drop to -20°C in the mountains.
The Argentine province of Santa Cruz is bracing for the most intense cold event of the year. Highway authorities report heavy snowfall and sub-zero temperatures, leading to traffic restrictions and mandatory snow chains to ensure driver safety.
An intense cold front is affecting much of the Argentine territory this July 4, 2026. Bahía Blanca ranked as the third coldest city in the country, with a wind chill of -10.3°C, while the National Meteorological Service maintains orange and yellow alerts for extreme temperatures.
Anticipating a freezing Thursday, the General Directorate of Schools of Mendoza is reported to have suspended all in-person activities for this July 2. With temperatures potentially reaching -5°C and snowfall in the plains, the province prepares for a winter weekend, betting on virtual education to keep learning alive.
Education authorities in Mendoza, Argentina's famous wine region, have suspended in-person classes for Wednesday, July 1st across six departments and two districts. The National Meteorological Service issued an orange alert predicting heavy snowfall and winds up to 100 km/h (62 mph).
Argentina's National Weather Service has issued a yellow alert for extreme temperatures affecting Buenos Aires and 15 other provinces. This Wednesday, June 25, marks the peak of the most intense cold wave of the year, with temperatures dropping to -10°C in mountainous regions. Agricultural frosts in over 60 locations and historic snowfall in Patagonia are benefiting ski resorts across the country.
Argentina's National Meteorological Service has issued a yellow alert for extreme cold temperatures this Sunday, June 14. The Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area and several provinces will face minimum temperatures of 3°C (37°F) and maximums of 10°C (50°F). Some areas in Buenos Aires Province will experience temperatures below freezing.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
