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La Rioja, Argentina
La Rioja · Argentina
La Rioja is a large city in La Rioja, Argentina with a population of 178,872. Elevation: 1,617 ft (493 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About La Rioja
La Rioja is an autonomous community and province in Spain, in the north of the Iberian Peninsula. Its capital is Logroño. Other cities and towns in the province include Calahorra, Arnedo, Alfaro, Haro, Santo Domingo de la Calzada, and Nájera. As of 2024, it has a population of 324,184, making it the least populated autonomous community of Spain.
People
Climate
| Population | 178,872 |
| Population Density | 33,942 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,617 ft (493 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.4133°, -66.8564° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | La Rioja |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 13.1 inches (332 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Rioja
La Rioja is a large city in Argentina (La Rioja) with a population of 178,872. The city sits at an elevation of 1,617 feet (493 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 13.1 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/La_Rioja.
Climate in La Rioja
La Rioja has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Jan (28°C), the coldest is Jul (11.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 397 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,617 ft (493 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 33,942/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.4133°N, 66.8564°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.9 in |
La Rioja has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 49°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.0") and June the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in La Rioja
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad Nacional de La Rioja | University | — | — |
| Universidad Tecnológica Nacional | University | — | — |
Schools in La Rioja
35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Castro Barros | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Secundario Provincial 13 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Karate Miyazato La Rioja | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio N° 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 412 Papa Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Secundario Provincial 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 248 Francisca Geronima Barros | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Policía | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Policial de Educación Física | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 190 San Martín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Francisco Telechea | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 408 Faldeo del Velasco Sur | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Nº 408 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Privado William Morris | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Provincial 14 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 410 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria 416 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria | — | — | — | — |
| escuela sarmiento | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Formación Labora | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Parroquial Pío XII 263 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Capital Federal N° 127 | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA Nº 353 BATALLON DE INGENIERO DE CONSTRUCCIONES 141 RUTA PCIAL. Nº 5 KM.10 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 247 San Francisco De Asis | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Municipal N° 1 "Juan Manuel Fangio" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 164 "Juana Loreto Vergara de Arguello" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cecilia Bolocco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 365 Provincia de Misiones | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 392 Dante Alighieri | — | — | — | — |
| Santo Tómas de Aquino | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 177 Doctor Mariano Moreno | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 249 General Manuel Belgrano | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Rioja Española | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria 250 Bartolomé Mitre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela nro 361: Expedicion Auxiliar ZELADA Y DAVILA | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Rioja
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in La Rioja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial de Facundo Quiroga y Los Caudillos | ||||
| Museo de Arte Sacro | ||||
| Museo de Bellas Artes | ||||
| Museo de la Ciudad | ||||
| Museo Folkrórico | ||||
| Museo Inca Huasi | ||||
| Museo Sor Leonor de Santa María Ocampo |
Libraries in La Rioja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Martir Amgelelli | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca popular Martir Angelelli | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Rioja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boot Mini market | |||||
| El Gato Negro |
Hotels in La Rioja
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Rioja
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Rioja
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in La Rioja
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in La Rioja
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in La Rioja
8 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Rioja
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in La Rioja
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Rioja
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Rioja
17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Rioja
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in La Rioja
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in La Rioja
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in La Rioja
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Rioja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Rioja
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitan V A Almonacid Airport | IRJ | Medium Airport |
| Anillaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chilecito Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in La Rioja
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Andreani | |
| OCA |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Rioja
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Virgen de la Medalla Milagrosa | |
| Capilla Virgen Morenita | |
| casa del Pastor | |
| Convento Santo Domingo | |
| Cristo de la Hermandad | |
| Estación 14 | |
| First Baptist Church | |
| Iglesia Catedral | |
| Iglesia cristiana Espiritu Santo | |
| Iglesia La Merced | |
| Iglesia Rey de Gloria | |
| Iglesia San Francisco | |
| IMAGEN DE CRISTO | |
| Parroquia Nuestro Señor del Milagro | |
| Tinkunako |
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Quick Facts
Around La Rioja
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Rioja
What is the population of La Rioja?
La Rioja has a population of 178,872 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 33,942 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Rioja?
La Rioja 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 49°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.1 inches.