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Cafayate, Argentina
Salta · Argentina
Cafayate is a small city in Salta, Argentina with a population of 11,785. Elevation: 5,331 ft (1,625 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
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About Cafayate
Cafayate is a town located at the central zone of the Valles Calchaquíes in the province of Salta, Argentina.
It sits 1,683 metres (5,522 ft) above mean sea level, at a distance of 189 kilometres (117 mi) from Salta City and 1,329 kilometres (826 mi) from Buenos Aires. It has about 12,000 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,785 |
| Population Density | 3,765 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,331 ft (1,625 m) |
| Coordinates | -26.0729°, -65.9777° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Salta |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.0 inches (178 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cafayate
Cafayate is a small city in Argentina (Salta) with a population of 11,785. The city sits at an elevation of 5,331 feet (1,625 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.0 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Climate in Cafayate
Cafayate has an average annual temperature of 8.1°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jan (11.5°C), the coldest is Jul (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 782 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,331 ft (1,625 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,765/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -26.0729°N, 65.9777°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Antofagasta Volcanic Field (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Antofagasta Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,495 m (11,467 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Blanco, Cerro | Caldera | 4,670 m (15,322 ft) | -2300 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 1.7 in |
Cafayate has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 51°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.9") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Cafayate
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Maria | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Normal 5096 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela del Divisadero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Manualidades 5111 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Educación Técnica 5142 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 4064 Doctor Facundo de Zuviría | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nuestra Señora de Pentecostés | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Loro Huasi | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 4358 Doctor Nicolás Avellaneda | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cafayate
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Cafayate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Rodolfo Bravo | ||||
| Museo del Vino | ||||
| Museo Histórico Jallpha Calchaquí-Casa Radich |
Farmers Markets in Cafayate
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Paseo Artesanal Cafayate | |||||
| Paseo del Artesano "Juan Calchaquí" |
Hotels in Cafayate
34 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cafayate
43 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cafayate
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cafayate
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cafayate
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cafayate
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cafayate
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cafayate
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cafayate
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Me Hecho La Burra |
Airports Near Cafayate
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cafayate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Horco Molle Aeroclub Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cafayate
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cafayate
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral Nuestra Señora del Rosario |
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cafayate?
Cafayate has a population of 11,785 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 3,765 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cafayate?
Cafayate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.0 inches.