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Fray Bentos, Uruguay
Río Negro Department · Uruguay
Fray Bentos is a small city in Río Negro Department, Uruguay with a population of 23,279. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Fray Bentos
Fray Bentos is the capital city of the Río Negro Department, in south-western Uruguay, at the Argentina-Uruguay border, near the Argentine city of Gualeguaychú. Its port on the Uruguay River is one of the nation's most important harbours. The city hosts the first campus of the Technological University, beside the historically relevant industrial complex Anglo, a World Heritage Site, however, the Port is mainly famous for giving the name to the world renowned Fray Bentos pies.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,279 |
| Population Density | 5,150 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.1165°, -58.3107° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | Río Negro Department |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.1 inches (1,070 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fray Bentos
Fray Bentos is a small city in Uruguay (Río Negro Department) with a population of 23,279. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Climate in Fray Bentos
Fray Bentos has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (24.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1199 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,150/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -33.1165°N, 58.3107°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1542 | RIO SAN JUAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 14 | 131 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 3.6 in |
Fray Bentos has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 52°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Fray Bentos
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Formación Docente de Fray Bentos | College | — | Visit → |
| Universidad de la República | CenUR Litoral Norte | Río Negro | University | — | Visit → |
| Universidad UTEC;Universidad tecnologica UTEC, Fray Bentos | University | — | — |
Schools in Fray Bentos
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo 2 de Fray Bentos | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo 1 Departamental Eugenio Capdevielle | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 19 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 39 | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo 3 de Fray Bentos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Agraria Fray Bentos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 81 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 53 Italia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 7 República Argentina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 73 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 5 José Enrique Rodó | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 60 Doctor Mario Carminatti | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de Alta Especialización Fray Bentos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 64 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 69 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 62 Fructuoso Rivera | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1 José Artigas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 6 Agustín Ferreiro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 27 Juan Antonio Lavalleja | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 66 Juana de Ibarbourou | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Técnica Fray Bentos | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fray Bentos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM Fenix (AR) | — | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Multimedios Rincón FM 107.7 - Fray Bentos | general | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Forra (AR) | all genre on earth except trap, and things like trap | MP3 |
Museums in Fray Bentos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azotea Lapalma | ||||
| Casa de Haedo | ||||
| Museo de la Revolucion Industrial | ||||
| Museo del carnaval | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario | ||||
| Museo Luis Solari | ||||
| Musėo Paleontologico | ||||
| Visitors Centre |
Libraries in Fray Bentos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ambiental | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular López Jordan | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fray Bentos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paseo de Artesanos |
Hotels in Fray Bentos
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fray Bentos
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fray Bentos
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Fray Bentos
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Fray Bentos
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fray Bentos
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Fray Bentos
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fray Bentos
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fray Bentos
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Fray Bentos
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Fray Bentos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fray Bentos
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gualeguaychu Airport | GHU | Medium Airport |
| Charles Chalkling Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepcion Del Uruguay Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia El Pinocho | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia El Potrero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia La Providencia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia Nueva Mehlem Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Islas Del Ibicuy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricardo Detomasi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Urdinarrain Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Independencia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Young Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Fray Bentos
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Fray Bentos Industrial Landscape | Cultural | 2015 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fray Bentos
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Ultimos Dias | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Pilar |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Fray Bentos
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What is the population of Fray Bentos?
Fray Bentos has a population of 23,279 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 5,150 people per square mile, spread across 4.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fray Bentos?
Fray Bentos 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 52°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches.