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Chamical, Argentina
La Rioja · Argentina
Chamical is a small city in La Rioja, Argentina with a population of 13,383. Elevation: 1,552 ft (473 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
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About Chamical
Chamical is a small city in, and the seat of government of, Chamical Department in the south of La Rioja Province of Argentina. With a population numbering 15,666 permanent residents at the 2022 census [INDEC], up from 12,919 at the time of the 2010 census, it is the fourth-most populous settlement in La Rioja Province after Aimogasta. It is home to the CELPA aerospace test center, founded in 1961 and operated by the Argentine Air Force. The town, which is crossed by the Tirante wadi, lies on the Ruta 38, around 135 km from La Rioja, and some 295 km from Córdoba.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,383 |
| Population Density | 4,461 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,552 ft (473 m) |
| Coordinates | -30.3594°, -66.3139° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | La Rioja |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.2 inches (436 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chamical
Chamical is a small city in Argentina (La Rioja) with a population of 13,383. The city sits at an elevation of 1,552 feet (473 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.2 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/La_Rioja.
Climate in Chamical
Chamical has an average annual temperature of 20.2°C (68°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 435 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,552 ft (473 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,461/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -30.3594°N, 66.3139°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in |
Chamical has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and June the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Chamical
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad Nacional De La Rioja - Sede Chamical | University | — | — |
Schools in Chamical
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela N° 171 "Provincia de Corrientes" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 306 "20 de Mayo" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 258 "Rosario Vera Peñaloza" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 307 | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Chamical
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chamical
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chamical
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chamical
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chamical
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chamical
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chamical
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chamical
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chamical Airport | — | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chamical
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Mártires Carlos Murias y Gabriel Longeville | |
| Iglesia de los Mártires | |
| Iglesia del Rosario | |
| Parroquia de Chamical |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chamical?
Chamical has a population of 13,383 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 4,461 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chamical?
Chamical enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.2 inches.