Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or London?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit London or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between London and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: London or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Argentina, and The Best Photography Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLondon £190Buenos Aires, Argentina £8.20
The average daily cost (per person) in London is £190, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is £8.20. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for London and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLondon £123Buenos Aires, Argentina £3.29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLondon £246Buenos Aires, Argentina £6.58
Compare Hotels in London and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in London or Buenos Aires, Argentina? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: London Hotel Prices and Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.London £26Buenos Aires, Argentina £1.26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride£15
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Heathrow Express£18
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Luggage Storage£8.00
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London Map£1.29
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Oyster Card£36
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)£22
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Oyster Card£27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chauffeur Limo Transfer Services from Heathrow Airport To London: $236
- Chauffeur Transfer Services from London City To Heathrow Airport: $215
- 24 Hours Private Airport Transfer To and From All London Airport: $91
- 8 Seater Transfer: Heathrow Airport to Central London: $223
- 8 Seater Transfer: Heathrow Airport to/from Central London: $212
- Affordable All London Airports Round-trip: Private Transfer to South-East London: $279
- Affordable All London Airports Round-trip: Private Transfer to South-West London: $272
- Affordable All London Airports Round-trip: Private Transfers to London Hotels: $167
- Airport Transfer: Gatwick Airport LGW to London by Luxury Car: $264
- Airport Transfer: Heathrow Airport LHR to London by Luxury Car: $168
- Airport Transfer: London to Gatwick Airport LGW by Luxury Car: $264
- Airport Transfer: London to Heathrow Airport LHR by Luxury Van: $151
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Taxi from Airport£0.11
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Local Bus£0.00
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Metro Ride£0.00
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Taxi to airport£0.03
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Taxi£0.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Shore Excursion: Rojo Tango Show Including Private Transfers: $260
- Rojo Tango Show with private transfers in Buenos Aires: $259
- Ministro Pistarini Airport to Colón Roundtrip Transfer: $249
- Ministro Pistarini Airport to Gualeguaychú Round Trip Transfer: $239
- Buenos Aires City Tour and Airport Transfer Combo: $219
- Querandi Tango show Vip with private transfer: $210
- LOCAL AIRPORT TRANSFER (AEP) ROUND TRIP with english speaking driver: $200
- Skip the line Boca Juniors & River Plate Stadium and Museum tour with transfer: $196
- Private Transfer: Round trip transfer from/to EZE International Airport: $190
- Private Transfer Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) In Buenos Aires: $185
- Private Tour of Buenos Aires + Transfer Out to Ezeiza Airport: $180
- Buenos Aires Airport Transfers: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE in Luxury Car: $159
Is it cheaper to fly into London or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and London change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayLondon £34Buenos Aires, Argentina £2.59
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks£13
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Tea£6.00
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason£39
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Morning Tea£6.35
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Pastry£5.00
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Sushi Dinner for One£18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner and Live DJ at A Fancy Restaurant: $16
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Picadilly Circus: Hard Rock Cafe Set Menu Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Traveling Spoon Nepalese Momos Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Tea and Doughnuts: Borough Market Walking Food Tour: $44
- Pizza Making Cookery Class: $52
- Borough Market Flavors of London Food Tour: $66
- Borough Bites, The London Food Tour: $66
- NO DIET CLUB - Bike and Food tour in London !: $67
- No Diet Club - Best food Tour in East London: $67
- London Borough Market Small Group Food Tour: $69
- African & Caribbean Food Tour in Multi-Cultural Brixton: $73
Typical Food Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
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Lunch£0.02
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Cup of Coffee£0.01
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Empandas£0.01
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Espresso£0.01
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Dinner (Pizza)£0.01
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Ice Cream£0.01
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Breakfast at Airport£0.03
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Dinner (Sandwiches)£0.01
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Sweets£0.01
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Hot Dog£0.01
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Breakfast (Take-Away)£0.01
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Lunch for 2£0.13
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Cake and Coffee£0.42
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Dinner£1.50
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Powerade£0.09
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Lunch£0.66
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Dinner£0.97
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Chocolate£2.48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Small-Group Empanadas Cooking Class: $35
- Tango Show and Optional Dinner at Esquina Homero Manzi: $37
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show Ticket Including Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $39
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Class: $43
- Private tour Argentinian Flavours food tours on foot : $46
- Premium Empanadas & Alfajores Cooking Experience in Buenos Aires: $47
- Skip the Line Ticket for Tango Porteño Show with Dinner : $53
- Tango Porteño Show with Private Transfers (with optional dinner): $54
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $54
- Aljibe Earlier Tango Show Skip the Line Ticket W/Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $55
- Argentine Cooking Experience in Palermo: $55
- Catulo Tango: Tango Show & Folklore with Optional Dinner: $57
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.London £33Buenos Aires, Argentina £2.66
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert£83
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London Symphony Orchestra£34
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London Pass£47
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Comedy Show£8.00
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- London Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $3.26
- Harry Potter Movie Locations Self Walking Tour: $3.72
- Jack the Ripper Self Guided Audio Tour in London: $4.91
- Self Guided Harry Potter locations of London City Audio Tour: $5.43
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in London: $5.45
- Soho's Contribution to Health Care History Walking Audio Tour: $5.48
- Bloomsbury's Contribution to Health Care History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.48
- Covent Garden: A Self-Guided Photography Tour : $5.54
- Secret An audio tour about the heritage of the city's Russian immigrants: $5.54
- London Lights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the Cultural Capital of the World: $5.54
- Camden Town's Quirky Characters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.54
- Brick Lane: A self-guided audio tour of East London's vibrant jewel: $5.54
Typical Entertainment Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few typical costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Japanese Gardens (for 2)£0.03
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Movie Ticket£0.01
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Tango Class£0.02
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Bar entrance£0.46
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Experience the Night of Buenos Aires with electric bikes: $59
- Private Full Day City Tour by Iconic Buenos Aires: $290
- Small Group Walking Tour: Urban Art Palermo: $50
- 100% Gaucho Experience in a Traditional Estancia: $239
- 2 Hours Football and Street Art Walking Tour in Buenos Aires : $30
- 2 hrs. Walking Tour in San Telmo & Market : $10
- 3 hours Private La Boca Street Art Walking Tour: $127
- 3-Hour Private Street Art Tour in La Boca and Barraca: $45
- 3-Hour Tour in Buenos Aires Parisian: $45
- 5hs Premium Small Group City Tour of Buenos Aires: $55
- 8 Hours Guided Bike Tour in Delta El Tigre: $140
- 8-Hour Tour of the South Bank of the Río de la Plata: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLondon £15Buenos Aires, Argentina £1.44
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Self Guided Audio Tour in London Old Pub Crawl: $7.59
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $13
- 2-Hour Haunted Pub Walking Tour: $20
- Haunted London Pub Walking Tour: $20
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $23
- Craft Brewery Tour with Tasting of 4 Beers: $25
- Clapham Pub Crawl in London: $25
- Bombay Sapphire Distillery Tour and Cocktail Ticket: $26
- London Pub Crawl: $27
- Guided Historic Pub Tour (London): $27
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $28
- Camden Pub Crawl & Bar Tour London: $31
Typical Alcohol Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Buenos Aires, Argentina from other travelers:
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Beer£0.01
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Beer (0.66L)£0.02
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Cocktail£0.02
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Alcohol£0.53
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine tasting at the Barolo Palace: $35
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $38
- Wine Tasting of Argentina's Most Classic and Popular Wines: $42
- Unique Wine Tasting in a Boutique Hotel : $45
- Wine Tasting at Downtown Buenos Aires Ego Experience: $53
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
- Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
- Wine Tasting and Tapas with Expert Sommelier in Buenos Aires: $60
- Buenos Aires Wine Tasting Tour: $65
- Upscale Asado & Wine Tasting (BBQ): $70
- Argentinian Private Premium Wine Tasting Live+Guided Walking tour: $76
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between London and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since London is in Europe and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is London Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, London or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 76% larger than the population of London. When comparing the sizes of London and Buenos Aires, Argentina, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit London or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Buenos Aires, Argentina is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but London has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit London or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to London as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Many travelers come to London for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, London is generally cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Daily temperatures in London average around 18°C (64°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the summer, London often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. London gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. London usually gets less rain in July than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. London gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLondon 18°C (64°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit London or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and London are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to London in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
London is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the autumn. The daily temperature in London averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (65°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. London usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during autumn. London gets 107 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In October, London usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. London gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLondon 12°C (53°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit London or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and London during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to London for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
London can be very cold during winter. In the winter, London is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the winter temperatures in London in January average around 4°C (40°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 12°C (53°F)in July.
In the winter, London often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. London gets 52 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun.
London usually gets less rain in January than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. London gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLondon 4°C (40°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit London or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both London and Buenos Aires, Argentina. The spring months attract visitors to London because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, London is generally much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Daily temperatures in London average around 9°C (48°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Buenos Aires, Argentina this time of the year. London usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during spring. London gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun in the spring.
Buenos Aires, Argentina receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, London usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. London gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLondon 9°C (48°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and London
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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