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El Maitén, Argentina
Chubut · Argentina
El Maitén is a small town in Chubut, Argentina with a population of 3,782. Elevation: 2,274 ft (693 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About El Maitén
El Maitén is a town in Argentina in Cushamen Department on the margins of the Chubut River, on the northwest of Chubut Province, in Patagonia. In older times it was the intermediate point in the railroad tracks of the Old Patagonian Express between the towns of Ingeniero Jacobacci and Esquel.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,782 |
| Population Density | 342 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,274 ft (693 m) |
| Coordinates | -42.0503°, -71.1678° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Chubut |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.3 inches (693 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.2 inches (31 cm) |
About El Maitén
El Maitén is a small town in Argentina (Chubut) with a population of 3,782. The city sits at an elevation of 2,274 feet (693 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Catamarca.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,274 ft (693 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 342/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -42.0503°N, 71.1678°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 60.0 m (197 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Explosion | 60.0 m | 27 | 107 km |
| 2022 | TODOS LOS SANTOS LAKE | Meteorological | 0.8 m | — | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Crater Basalt Volcanic Field (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Crater Basalt Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Tronador | Stratovolcano | 3,478 m (11,411 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Apagado | Pyroclastic cone | 1,210 m (3,970 ft) | -590 | 118 km |
| Huequi | Lava dome(s) | 1,318 m (4,324 ft) | 1920 | 122 km |
| Cayutue-La Vigueria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 506 m (1,660 ft) | -190 | 128 km |
| Michinmahuida | Stratovolcano | 2,452 m (8,045 ft) | 1835 | 134 km |
| Calbuco | Stratovolcano | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) | 2015 | 145 km |
| Puntiagudo-Cordon Cenizos | Stratovolcano | 2,493 m (8,179 ft) | 1850 | 151 km |
| Osorno | Stratovolcano | 2,659 m (8,724 ft) | 1869 | 153 km |
| Antillanca Volcanic Complex | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,979 m (6,493 ft) | -230 | 163 km |
| Puyehue-Cordon Caulle | Stratovolcano | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 2012 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 34°F (1°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 33°F (1°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 35°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.1 in |
El Maitén has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 33°F in July to 57°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in El Maitén
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela N° 420 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 530 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria N° 726 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 22 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Maitén
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mitre | news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 89.5 La 100 | entretenimiento, hits | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Milenium 106.7 FM | argentina, local news | AAC 32 kbps | |
| Milenium 94.1 FM | classic pop, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FM DEL VALLE 99.9 | folclore, local radio | AAC 32 kbps |
Museums in El Maitén
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Ferroviario | ||||
| Museo y taller Ferroviario |
Restaurants in El Maitén
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in El Maitén
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in El Maitén
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Maitén
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Maitén
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near El Maitén
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Perito Moreno | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near El Maitén
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Bolsón Airfield | EHL | Medium Airport |
| Cholila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cushamen Field | — | Small Airport |
| El Maitén Airport | EMX | Small Airport |
| Lago La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paso El León Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Río Frío Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Segundo Corral Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in El Maitén
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Maitén
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla | |
| Capilla San Francisco de Asís |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of El Maitén?
El Maitén has a population of 3,782 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 342 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Maitén?
El Maitén has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow.