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Las Charcas, Dominican Republic
Azua Province · Dominican Republic
Las Charcas is a small town in Azua Province, Dominican Republic with a population of 4,720. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Las Charcas
Las Charcas is a town in the Azua province of the Dominican Republic. As per a 2012 census, it had 12,345 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,720 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.4503°, -70.6172° |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
| Country | 🇩🇴 Dominican Republic |
| State / Province | Azua Province |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (919 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Las Charcas
Las Charcas is a small town in Dominican Republic (Azua Province) with a population of 4,720. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is America/Santo_Domingo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above Dominican Republic avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 110.1 sq mi (285.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.4503°N, 70.6172°W |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1751 | AZUA DE COMPOSTELA | Earthquake | — | — | 10 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 1.0 in |
Las Charcas has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Las Charcas
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Profesora Ana Elpidia Sánchez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela John F. Kennedy | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Nicolás Mañón | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Las Charcas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Jimena Fernández Vda. Guzmán | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Sagrada Familia | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro tecnológico de Sabana Yegua | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Las Charcas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado público de Azua |
Gas Stations in Las Charcas
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Las Charcas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Las Charcas
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Isabela International Airport | JBQ | Medium Airport |
| Maria Montez International Airport | BRX | Medium Airport |
| Azua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Constanza - Expedición 14 de Junio National Airport | COZ | Small Airport |
| Cotui Angelina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ranchito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juancho Enriquillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Montones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan De La Maguana Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Dominican Republic
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Las Charcas?
Las Charcas has a population of 4,720 residents and is located in Dominican Republic. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 110.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Las Charcas?
Las Charcas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches.