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El Chaltén, Argentina
Santa Cruz · Argentina
El Chaltén is a small town in Santa Cruz, Argentina with a population of 800. Elevation: 1,316 ft (401 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 800 |
| Population Density | 91 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Coordinates | -49.3299°, -72.8861° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Santa Cruz |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.7 inches (882 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.6 inches (24 cm) |
About El Chaltén
El Chaltén is a small town in Argentina (Santa Cruz) with a population of 800. The city sits at an elevation of 1,316 feet (401 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.7 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,316 ft (401 m) |
| Area | 8.8 sq mi (22.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -49.3299°N, 72.8861°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2013 | LAGO ARGENTINO | Meteorological | 2.0 m | — | 76 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Aguilera (127 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Aguilera | Stratovolcano | 2,546 m (8,353 ft) | -1250 | 127 km |
| Reclus | Pyroclastic cone | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | 1908 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| May | 36°F (2°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 33°F (0°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 33°F (0°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 33°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| October | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in |
El Chaltén has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 33°F in July to 50°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (3.8") and September the driest (2.2").
Schools in El Chaltén
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 59 "Los Notros" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Secundario Nº 28 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Chaltén
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in El Chaltén
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Primera Escuela | ||||
| Museo Estancia Fitz Roy Mad Madsen |
Libraries in El Chaltén
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Popular Mujer Pionera | 0.0 |
Hotels in El Chaltén
33 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Chaltén
44 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Chaltén
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Chaltén
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Chaltén
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Chaltén
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Chaltén
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in El Chaltén
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chaltén |
Airports Near El Chaltén
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroclub de El Chaltén Alf. G.N.A. Walter Omar D Anna | — | Small Airport |
| El Chaltén North Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia San José Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laguna Redonda Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in El Chaltén
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Argentine Mail |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near El Chaltén
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Los Glaciares National Park | Natural | 1981 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Chaltén
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de los Escaladores | |
| Nuestra Señora de la Patagonia |
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Chaltén?
El Chaltén has a population of 800 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 8.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Chaltén?
El Chaltén has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.7 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow.