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El Aguilar, Argentina

Jujuy · Argentina

El Aguilar is a small town in Jujuy, Argentina with a population of 3,655. Elevation: 12,887 ft (3,928 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3,655 Population 1,792/sq mi density
12,887 ft Elevation 3,928 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
7.5 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / Jujuy Timezone

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About El Aguilar

El Aguilar is a company mining town and municipality in Jujuy Province in Argentina. At 3,980 metres (13,060 ft), it is one of the highest settlements in the country after Mina Pirquitas which is at 4,160 metres (13,650 ft). It has 3655 inhabitants.

People

Population3,655
Density1,792/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain7.5 in/yr
Sunny Days322/yr
Elevation12,887 ft (3,928 m)
Population3,655
Population Density1,792 / sq mi
Elevation12,887 ft (3,928 m)
Coordinates-23.2157°, -65.6801°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Jujuy
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceJujuy
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation7.5 inches (191 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Aguilar

El Aguilar is a small town in Argentina (Jujuy) with a population of 3,655. The city sits at an elevation of 12,887 feet (3,928 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.5 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Jujuy.

El Aguilar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 37°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 322 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 7.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,887 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 37°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below Argentina avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average37°F (3°C)
Sunny Days322 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,887 ft (3,928 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density1,792/sq mi
Coordinates-23.2157°N, 65.6801°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Jujuy

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.5"
80% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.01"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,292 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

May 12, 2000 75 km N of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M7.2 87 km
Jan 23, 1997 16 km NW of Villazón, Bolivia M7.1 135 km
May 24, 1993 87 km W of Abra Pampa, Argentina M7.0 107 km
May 10, 2022 86 km NNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M6.8 104 km
Feb 11, 2015 103 km W of El Aguilar, Argentina M6.7 104 km
Feb 18, 2017 52 km NW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M6.4 123 km
Jul 21, 2007 19 km WSW of La Quiaca, Argentina M6.4 119 km
Mar 22, 2023 86 km WSW of El Aguilar, Argentina M6.4 86 km
Aug 4, 2016 49 km WSW of La Quiaca, Argentina M6.2 104 km
Nov 14, 2009 100 km WSW of Abra Pampa, Argentina M6.2 102 km
May 24, 1993 97 km W of El Aguilar, Argentina M6.2 97 km
Jul 20, 1997 68 km WSW of Abra Pampa, Argentina M6.1 69 km
Jan 10, 2021 32 km NW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M6.1 129 km
Dec 7, 1994 94 km NNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M6.0 101 km
Feb 22, 2022 58 km W of Abra Pampa, Argentina M6.0 86 km
Oct 19, 1993 47 km NW of Abra Pampa, Argentina M6.0 98 km
Jun 14, 2000 48 km WNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M5.9 142 km
Jan 28, 2010 103 km NNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M5.9 107 km
Mar 22, 2004 22 km N of San Ramón de la Nueva Orán, Argentina M5.8 139 km
Aug 30, 1998 67 km WNW of San Antonio de los Cobres, Argentina M5.7 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tuzgle (124 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tuzgle Stratovolcano 5,486 m (17,999 ft) Unknown 124 km
Guayaques Lava dome(s) 5,598 m (18,366 ft) Unknown 196 km
Cordon de Puntas Negras Stratovolcano(es) 5,852 m (19,199 ft) Unknown 198 km
Acamarachi Stratovolcano 6,023 m (19,760 ft) Unknown 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in Wettest
February 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
March 51°F (11°C) 1.1 in
April 47°F (9°C) 0.1 in
May 42°F (6°C) 0.0 in Driest
June 37°F (3°C) 0.0 in
July 37°F (3°C) 0.0 in Coldest
August 41°F (5°C) 0.0 in
September 45°F (7°C) 0.0 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 0.6 in
December 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in Warmest

El Aguilar has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 37°F in July to 53°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 7.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.0") and May the driest (0.0").

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Schools in El Aguilar

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria N° 339 "Juan Ignacio Gorriti"
E.N.E.T N°1
Escuela Primaria N° 339 "Juan Ignacio Gorriti"
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Farmers Markets in El Aguilar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercados

Stadiums & Teams in El Aguilar

TeamLeagueDivision

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Aguilar

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Cristiana
Iglesia Virgen del Camino
Iglesia Virgen del Camino

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/Jujuy

🇦🇷 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 El Aguilar

What is the population of El Aguilar?

El Aguilar has a population of 3,655 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 1,792 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Aguilar?

El Aguilar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.5 inches.

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