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La Quiaca, Argentina
Jujuy · Argentina
La Quiaca is a small city in Jujuy, Argentina with a population of 14,751. Elevation: 11,181 ft (3,408 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About La Quiaca
La Quiaca is a small city in the north of the province of Jujuy, Argentina, on the southern bank of the La Quiaca River, opposite the town of Villazón, Bolivia. It lies at the end of National Route 9, 289 km (180 mi) from San Salvador de Jujuy, and at an altitude of 3,442 m (11,293 ft) above mean sea level. La Quiaca is an approximate antipode to Hong Kong.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,751 |
| Population Density | 6,250 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 11,181 ft (3,408 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.1045°, -65.5965° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Jujuy |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Jujuy |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.0 inches (331 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Quiaca
La Quiaca is a small city in Argentina (Jujuy) with a population of 14,751. The city sits at an elevation of 11,181 feet (3,408 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.0 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Jujuy.
Climate in La Quiaca
La Quiaca has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Dec (12.4°C), the coldest is Jun (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 465 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,181 ft (3,408 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,250/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.1045°N, 65.5965°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Jujuy |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
La Quiaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 43°F in July to 60°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 13.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and June the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Quiaca
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Quiaca
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in La Quiaca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico Provincial Casa Hacienda de Yavi del Marquesado de Tojo | ||||
| Museo Indígena |
Farmers Markets in La Quiaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Mercado Central Gilberto Cortez Millares | |||||
| Mercado Eliodoro Villazón | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in La Quiaca
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Quiaca
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Quiaca
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in La Quiaca
5 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Quiaca
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Quiaca
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Quiaca
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Quiaca
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Quiaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Quiaca
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Quiaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villazon Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in La Quiaca
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Quiaca
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| Pastoral Migratoria | |
| Pastoral Migratoria |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Quiaca?
La Quiaca has a population of 14,751 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 6,250 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Quiaca?
La Quiaca has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.0 inches.