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Iruya, Argentina
Salta · Argentina
Iruya is a small town in Salta, Argentina with a population of 4,177. Elevation: 8,940 ft (2,725 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Iruya
Iruya is a small town of population 1,070 in northwestern Argentina. It is located in the Salta Province of northwestern Argentina, and is the capital of the Iruya Department.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,177 |
| Population Density | 2,048 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,940 ft (2,725 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.7919°, -65.2170° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Salta |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.8 inches (1,696 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.7 inches (4 cm) |
About Iruya
Iruya is a small town in Argentina (Salta) with a population of 4,177. The city sits at an elevation of 8,940 feet (2,725 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.8 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.8°F |
| 0% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 310 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,940 ft (2,725 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,048/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.7919°N, 65.2170°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tuzgle (190 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tuzgle | Stratovolcano | 5,486 m (17,999 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in |
Iruya has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 44°F in July to 78°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.1") and June the driest (0.1").
Schools in Iruya
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela N° 4113 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 4379 Padre Claret | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Secundario 5058 Senador Emilio Eduardo Correa | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Iruya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWAWA | ||||
| Museo Popular de Iruya |
Libraries in Iruya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Popular KURMI | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Iruya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Artesanal Iruya |
Hotels in Iruya
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Iruya
18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Iruya
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Iruya
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Iruya
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Iruya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Iruya
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Quiaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villazon Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Iruya
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla | |
| Capilla | |
| iglesia | |
| Iglesia de San Roque y Nuestra Señora del Rosario | |
| Templo Filadelfia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Iruya
What is the population of Iruya?
Iruya has a population of 4,177 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 2,048 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Iruya?
Iruya has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 66.8 inches, with 1.7 inches of snow.