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Chilecito, Argentina
La Rioja · Argentina
Chilecito is a mid-size city in La Rioja, Argentina with a population of 42,248. Elevation: 3,632 ft (1,107 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Chilecito
Chilecito is a city in the Argentine province of La Rioja, and head of the department of Chilecito.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,248 |
| Population Density | 4,959 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,632 ft (1,107 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.1616°, -67.4993° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | La Rioja |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.6 inches (218 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chilecito
Chilecito is a mid-size city in Argentina (La Rioja) with a population of 42,248. The city sits at an elevation of 3,632 feet (1,107 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.6 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/La_Rioja.
Climate in Chilecito
Chilecito has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jan (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 402 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,632 ft (1,107 m) |
| Area | 8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,959/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.1616°N, 67.4993°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 1.2 in |
Chilecito has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 49°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and June the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Chilecito
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Privado San Pablo | College | — | — |
| ISFD Famatina | College | — | — |
| UNdeC | University | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional de Chilecito | University | — | — |
Schools in Chilecito
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 9 de Julio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 170 General Martin Miguel de Güemes | — | — | — | — |
| Amor y Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Carmona | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín de Infantes Virgen del Campanario | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1 Pablo Pizzurno | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mercedes Bustamante de Dinklage | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela EPET Nº2 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ramirez de Velasco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Emilio Hünicken | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 345 Colonias de Malligasta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela EPET Nº1 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Centro Polivalente de Artes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Normal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 259 Nicolás Dávila | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Fermín Morales | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 107 Juan D. Perón | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Secundario Provincial de Anguinán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 169 Universidad Nacional de La Plata | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín "28 de Mayo" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chilecito
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
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Museums in Chilecito
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estación II | ||||
| Jardín Botánico Chirau Mita | ||||
| Molino San Francisco | ||||
| Museo Cablecarril | ||||
| Nocenta Pisetta | ||||
| Samay Huasi |
Farmers Markets in Chilecito
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Me Gusta |
Hotels in Chilecito
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chilecito
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chilecito
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Chilecito
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chilecito
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chilecito
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chilecito
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chilecito
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chilecito
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chilecito
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chilecito
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chilecito
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitan V A Almonacid Airport | IRJ | Medium Airport |
| Anillaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chilecito Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chilecito
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Argentine Mail | |
| OCA |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Chilecito
19 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
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| Chilitanca |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chilecito
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Antigua Iglesia | |
| Capilla San Antonio | |
| Capilla San Martín de Porres | |
| Capilla Santa Clara de Asis | |
| Capilla Virgen de la Merced | |
| Capilla Virgen del Valle | |
| Iglesia "Santa Rosa" | |
| Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Imagen de Santa Rita | |
| Oratorio de la Virgen de la Merced | |
| Santuario Santa Rita de Casia |
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What is the population of Chilecito?
Chilecito has a population of 42,248 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 4,959 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chilecito?
Chilecito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.6 inches.