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Antofagasta de la Sierra, Argentina
Catamarca · Argentina
Antofagasta de la Sierra is a small town in Catamarca, Argentina with a population of 500. Elevation: 11,050 ft (3,368 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Antofagasta de la Sierra
Antofagasta de la Sierra is a volcanic field in Argentina. The main type of volcanic edifice in the area are scoria cones, formed by the La Laguna, Jote and Alumbrera volcanoes. The first and last of these form a sub-group which is better researched. Various dating methods have yielded ages from several million to several hundred thousand years ago, but some vents appear to be of Holocene age.
People
Climate
| Population | 500 |
| Population Density | 160 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,050 ft (3,368 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.0595°, -67.4065° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Catamarca |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.6 inches (66 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Antofagasta de la Sierra
Antofagasta de la Sierra is a small town in Argentina (Catamarca) with a population of 500. The city sits at an elevation of 11,050 feet (3,368 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.6 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Catamarca.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,050 ft (3,368 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 160/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.0595°N, 67.4065°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Antofagasta Volcanic Field (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Antofagasta Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,495 m (11,467 ft) | Unknown | 7 km |
| Blanco, Cerro | Caldera | 4,670 m (15,322 ft) | -2300 | 89 km |
| Bayo Gorbea, Cerro | Complex | 5,413 m (17,759 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Ojos del Salado, Nevados | Stratovolcano | 6,879 m (22,569 ft) | 750 | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 40°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 0.5 in |
Antofagasta de la Sierra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 40°F in June to 57°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 2.6 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.8") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Antofagasta de la Sierra
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 494 Cámara de Diputados | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria 39 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Antofagasta de la Sierra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Antofagasta de la Sierra
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Hombre | ||||
| Museo Mineralógico |
Hotels in Antofagasta de la Sierra
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Antofagasta de la Sierra
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Antofagasta de la Sierra
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Post Offices in Antofagasta de la Sierra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Antofagasta de la Sierra
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de La Sierra |
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What is the population of Antofagasta de la Sierra?
Antofagasta de la Sierra has a population of 500 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 160 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Antofagasta de la Sierra?
Antofagasta de la Sierra has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.6 inches.