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Las Lajas, Argentina
Neuquen · Argentina
Las Lajas is a small town in Neuquen, Argentina with a population of 4,673. Elevation: 2,310 ft (704 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
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About Las Lajas
Las Lajas is a town in Neuquén Province, Argentina, and the capital of Picunches Department. The town, at an altitude of 900 metres (3,000 ft) above mean sea level, is located on the right shore of Agrio River at the Andean foothills. National Routes 22 and 40 intersect in this area of the central Neuquén Province. The Cuchillo Curá range, considered the most important underground ecosystem in Argentina, extends approximately 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) from Las Lajas.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,673 |
| Population Density | 948 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,310 ft (704 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.5245°, -70.3652° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Neuquen |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.2 inches (309 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Las Lajas
Las Lajas is a small town in Argentina (Neuquen) with a population of 4,673. The city sits at an elevation of 2,310 feet (704 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.2 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,310 ft (704 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 948/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.5245°N, 70.3652°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tralihue (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Blanca, Laguna | Volcanic field | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | Unknown | 55 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 103 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 108 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 112 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 114 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 116 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 120 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 145 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 151 km |
| Tromen | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,114 m (13,497 ft) | 1822 | 156 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 158 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 40°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in |
Las Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 40°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 12.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Las Lajas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Formación Profesional N° 17 | College | — | — |
| Instituto de Formación Docente N° 7 | College | — | — |
| Instituto Provincial de Educación Terciaria - Anexo Las Lajas | College | — | — |
Schools in Las Lajas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria N° 170 "Bartolomé Mitre" | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Provincial de Enseñanza Media N° 5 "Ejército Argentino" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 279 "Maestro Óscar Ibáñez" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 283 "Emma Nilda Cárcamo" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 332 "Julio Guiñazú Alaniz" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Las Lajas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio AMEN | talk | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Las Lajas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Paleontológico de Las Lajas | ||||
| Museo Regional y Paleontológico "Emilia Ondetti de Fix" |
Libraries in Las Lajas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular "Palighuén" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Las Lajas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de Artesanos |
Hotels in Las Lajas
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Las Lajas
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Las Lajas
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Las Lajas
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Las Lajas
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Las Lajas
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Las Lajas
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parque de Nieve Primeros Pinos | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Las Lajas
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zapala Airport | APZ | Medium Airport |
| Alumine Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caviahue Airport | CVH | Small Airport |
| Estancia Llamuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loncopue Airport | LCP | Small Airport |
| Pulmari Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Las Lajas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Las Lajas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Sebastián | |
| Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción |
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Public Holidays in Argentina
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What is the population of Las Lajas?
Las Lajas has a population of 4,673 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 948 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Las Lajas?
Las Lajas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.2 inches.