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Calingasta, Argentina

San Juan · Argentina

Calingasta is a small city in San Juan, Argentina with a population of 8,176. Elevation: 4,491 ft (1,369 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

8,176 Population 3,145/sq mi density
4,491 ft Elevation 1,369 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
5.2 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / San Juan Timezone

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People

Population8,176
Density3,145/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain5.2 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation4,491 ft (1,369 m)
Population8,176
Population Density3,145 / sq mi
Elevation4,491 ft (1,369 m)
Coordinates-31.3339°, -69.4208°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/San_Juan
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceSan Juan
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation5.2 inches (132 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Calingasta

Calingasta is a small city in Argentina (San Juan) with a population of 8,176. The city sits at an elevation of 4,491 feet (1,369 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.2 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/San_Juan.

Calingasta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 5.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,491 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 42°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below Argentina avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average42°F (6°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,491 ft (1,369 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density3,145/sq mi
Coordinates-31.3339°N, 69.4208°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/San_Juan

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.2"
86% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 0.79"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3,750 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jan 19, 2021 26 km SW of Pocito, Argentina M6.4 81 km
Jun 8, 1993 30 km SE of Calingasta, Argentina M6.3 31 km
Sep 24, 2002 29 km SE of Calingasta, Argentina M6.3 29 km
Feb 27, 2010 40 km WSW of Villa Basilio Nievas, Argentina M6.0 45 km
Sep 15, 1991 52 km WSW of Calingasta, Argentina M5.9 53 km
Oct 30, 1993 7 km SE of Caucete, Argentina M5.8 120 km
May 27, 2003 10 km NW of Albardón, Argentina M5.7 78 km
Sep 4, 1990 34 km ENE of Calingasta, Argentina M5.7 35 km
Jul 16, 1990 72 km NE of Los Andes, Chile M5.7 135 km
May 20, 2019 57 km WSW of Calingasta, Argentina M5.5 58 km
Nov 27, 1998 86 km SW of Villa Basilio Nievas, Argentina M5.5 90 km
May 18, 2003 31 km ESE of Calingasta, Argentina M5.5 32 km
Feb 27, 1991 2 km NNW of San José de Jáchal, Argentina M5.4 139 km
May 8, 2009 83 km SSW of Calingasta, Argentina M5.4 84 km
Jan 28, 2018 22 km NW of Albardón, Argentina M5.4 72 km
Jan 18, 2010 11 km NW of Albardón, Argentina M5.4 78 km
Aug 4, 1999 19 km E of Caucete, Argentina M5.4 132 km
Apr 4, 2014 68 km ENE of Salamanca, Chile M5.4 88 km
Dec 1, 1991 81 km S of Calingasta, Argentina M5.4 82 km
Dec 11, 1998 36 km NNW of Villa Basilio Nievas, Argentina M5.4 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Warmest
February 65°F (18°C) 0.8 in Wettest
March 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 0.3 in
June 43°F (6°C) 0.3 in
July 42°F (6°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 0.4 in
September 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 0.4 in
November 60°F (16°C) 0.5 in
December 65°F (18°C) 0.4 in

Calingasta has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 42°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 5.2 inches, with February being the wettest month (0.8") and April the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Calingasta

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Unidad Educativa para Adultos 13
Unidad Educativa 22
Centro Educativo de Nivel Secundario Calingasta
Aula Satélite Unidad Educativa para Adultos 20
Anexo Unidad Educativa 22
Escuela La Capilla
Escuela Técnica General Manuel Savio
Escuela Jorge Newbery
Escuela Clotilde Guillén de Rezzano
Escuela Saturnino María de Laspiur
Escuela Luis Pasteur
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Radio Stations near Calingasta

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Calingasta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Escuela Museo Gobernación de los Andes
Museo Arqueológico

Libraries in Calingasta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Pío Gallardo0.0

Hotels in Calingasta

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel de Campo Calingasta
Nora Hôtel

Restaurants in Calingasta

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

La Casona
Los del Norte
Quincho El Nevado

Gas Stations in Calingasta

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Energía Cordillerana
Energía Cordillerana

Stadiums & Teams in Calingasta

TeamLeagueDivision

Post Offices in Calingasta

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correo Argentino

Churches & Religious Organizations in Calingasta

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla de Catalve
Cristo de la Misericordia
Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Carmen

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/San_Juan
Elevation
1,409 m (4,623 ft)

🇦🇷 About Argentina

Capital Buenos Aires
Population 44,494,502
Area 2,766,890 km²
GDP (USD) $649,461,687,959
GDP per capita $14,262
HDI 0.849
Life expectancy 77.4 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 92.2%
Currency ARS (Peso)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish
Calling code +54
TLD .ar
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Argentina

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Mar 24 Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice Día Nacional de la Memoria por la Verdad y la Justicia
Apr 2 Day of the Veterans and Fallen of the Malvinas War Día del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajador
May 25 May Revolution Día de la Revolución de Mayo
Jun 15 Anniversary of the Passing of General Martín Miguel de Güemes Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Martín Miguel de Güemes
Jun 20 General Manuel Belgrano Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Manuel Belgrano
Jul 9 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 17 General José de San Martín Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General José de San Martín
Oct 12 Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural
Nov 23 National Sovereignty Day Día de la Soberanía Nacional
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Day Día de la Inmaculada Concepción de María
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Calingasta

What is the population of Calingasta?

Calingasta has a population of 8,176 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 3,145 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Calingasta?

Calingasta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.2 inches.

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