Belén, Argentina
Catamarca · Argentina
Belén is a small city in Catamarca, Argentina with a population of 16,581. Elevation: 4,012 ft (1,223 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Belén
Belén is a small town in the province of Catamarca, Argentina. It has about 12,000 inhabitants according to the 2001 census [INDEC]. It is the head town of the department of the same name. Belén is the birthplace of author and poet Luis Franco.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,581 |
| Population Density | 2,914 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,012 ft (1,223 m) |
| Coordinates | -27.6495°, -67.0263° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Catamarca |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.3 inches (388 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
About Belén
Belén is a small city in Argentina (Catamarca) with a population of 16,581. The city sits at an elevation of 4,012 feet (1,223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.3 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Catamarca.
Climate in Belén
Belén has an average annual temperature of 15.3°C (60°F). The hottest month is Jan (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 583 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,012 ft (1,223 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,914/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.6495°S, 67.0263°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Blanco, Cerro (120 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Blanco, Cerro | Caldera | 4,670 m (15,322 ft) | -2300 | 120 km |
| Ojos del Salado, Nevados | Stratovolcano | 6,879 m (22,569 ft) | 750 | 161 km |
| Antofagasta Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,495 m (11,467 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in |
Belén has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 48°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.6") and May the driest (0.1").
Schools in Belén
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Privado Virgen de Belén | - | - | - | - |
| Ejercito de los Ándes | - | - | - | - |
| Fray Merto Esquiú | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Belén
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cubo Blanco Móvil | ||||
| Museo Folklórico | ||||
| Museo y Centro de Interpretación Sitio El Shincal |
Libraries in Belén
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obispo Esquiú | 0.0 |
Hotels in Belén
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Belén
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belén
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Belén
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Belén
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Belén
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Belén
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Belén
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belén
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Belén
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Belén
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Andalgalá Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Arenal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fiambala Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Londres/Belén Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belén
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nuestra seňora de Belén |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Belén
What is the population of Belén?
Belén has a population of 16,581 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 2,914 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belén?
Belén enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 15.3 inches.
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