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Castro Barros, Argentina

La Rioja · Argentina

Castro Barros is a small town in La Rioja, Argentina with a population of 4,322. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

4,322 Population 22,747/sq mi density
774 ft Elevation 236 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
18.6 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / La Rioja Timezone

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About Castro Barros

Castro Barros (La Rioja) is a municipality and village in La Rioja Province in northwestern Argentina.

People

Population4,322
Density22,747/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Population4,322
Population Density22,747 / sq mi
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Coordinates-30.5802°, -65.7263°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/La_Rioja
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceLa Rioja
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (473 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Castro Barros

Castro Barros is a small town in Argentina (La Rioja) with a population of 4,322. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet (236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/La_Rioja.

Castro Barros enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above Argentina avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density22,747/sq mi
Coordinates-30.5802°N, 65.7263°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/La_Rioja

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M5.0 on Sep 24, 2024.

Sep 9, 2016 70 km W of Salsacate, Argentina M5.6 89 km
Oct 12, 2017 45 km SSW of Serrezuela, Argentina M5.5 47 km
Mar 15, 2009 35 km NW of San Carlos, Argentina M5.2 55 km
Aug 14, 1992 22 km SSE of Serrezuela, Argentina M5.2 50 km
Jan 28, 2003 21 km E of Serrezuela, Argentina M5.1 55 km
Sep 24, 2024 57 km W of Salsacate, Argentina M5.0 86 km
Feb 28, 2023 La Rioja-Cordoba border region, Argentina M5.0 68 km
Feb 17, 2009 22 km NNE of Serrezuela, Argentina M4.9 45 km
Sep 16, 2010 38 km SSW of Serrezuela, Argentina M4.9 40 km
Jul 31, 1993 71 km S of Castro Barros, Argentina M4.9 72 km
Jun 8, 2014 101 km NNW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.9 103 km
Jul 4, 1993 15 km N of Villa de Soto, Argentina M4.8 72 km
Feb 3, 2010 69 km NW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.7 130 km
Dec 28, 2012 9 km ENE of Salsacate, Argentina M4.7 106 km
Jun 26, 2020 33 km NW of San Carlos, Argentina M4.7 55 km
Sep 12, 2013 3 km E of Mina Clavero, Argentina M4.7 146 km
Jan 25, 2010 85 km NW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.6 126 km
Feb 12, 2007 28 km W of Villa de Soto, Argentina M4.6 55 km
Aug 13, 2011 33 km S of Serrezuela, Argentina M4.6 48 km
Jun 28, 2012 111 km NW of Candelaria, Argentina M4.6 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 79°F (26°C) 3.3 in
March 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.3 in Driest
July 54°F (12°C) 0.3 in Coldest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.5 in
October 72°F (22°C) 1.1 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.0 in
December 81°F (27°C) 3.0 in

Castro Barros has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 54°F in July to 81°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and June the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Castro Barros

Institution Type Founded Website
Campo Experimental María Rosa Mística College

Train Stations in Castro Barros

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Chacho

Bus Stations in Castro Barros

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de ómnibus

Airports Near Castro Barros

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chamical AirportMedium Airport
Villa De Soto AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/La_Rioja
Elevation
236 m (774 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 Castro Barros

What is the population of Castro Barros?

Castro Barros has a population of 4,322 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 22,747 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Castro Barros?

Castro Barros enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.

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