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La Poma, Argentina
Salta · Argentina
La Poma is a small town in Salta, Argentina with a population of 1,789. Elevation: 9,895 ft (3,016 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About La Poma
La Poma is a department located in Salta Province, Argentina. It is the least populated department of the province and its capital is the town of La Poma.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,789 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,895 ft (3,016 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.7226°, -66.2006° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Salta |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 20.6 inches (523 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.4 inches (24 cm) |
About La Poma
La Poma is a small town in Argentina (Salta) with a population of 1,789. The city sits at an elevation of 9,895 feet (3,016 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,895 ft (3,016 m) |
| Area | 1,930.5 sq mi (4,999.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.7226°N, 66.2006°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tuzgle (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tuzgle | Stratovolcano | 5,486 m (17,999 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Aracar | Stratovolcano | 6,095 m (19,997 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Cordon de Puntas Negras | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,852 m (19,199 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Antofagasta Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,495 m (11,467 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
| Pular | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,233 m (20,449 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
La Poma has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in June to 63°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 12.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Poma
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Nº 4381 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in La Poma
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Poma
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Poma
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Poma
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Martín Miguel de Güemes International Airport | SLA | Large Airport |
| Cachi Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Poma
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro | |
| Parroquia Santa Barbara |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Poma
What is the population of La Poma?
La Poma has a population of 1,789 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,930.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Poma?
La Poma has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.6 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.