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Las Lajitas, Argentina
Salta · Argentina
Las Lajitas is a small city in Salta, Argentina with a population of 9,151. Elevation: 1,555 ft (474 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
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About Las Lajitas
Las Lajitas is a town and municipality in Anta department, Salta Province in northwestern Argentina. It is about 230 km from the capitol by Ruta Nacional 34 and then by RP 272. It also belongs to Área Agroecológica Chaco Semiárido. It produces cereals, beans, oil and wood. The rain level is about 600–800 mm between October and May.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,151 |
| Population Density | 4,973 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Coordinates | -24.7276°, -64.1934° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Salta |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.1 inches (687 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Las Lajitas
Las Lajitas is a small city in Argentina (Salta) with a population of 9,151. The city sits at an elevation of 1,555 feet (474 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.1 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.7°F |
| 29% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,555 ft (474 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,973/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -24.7276°N, 64.1934°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
Las Lajitas has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 58°F in July to 79°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (0.1").
Schools in Las Lajitas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Antartida Argentina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 4773 | — | — | — | — |
| B.S.P.A. 7088 Subsede Las Lajitas | — | — | — | — |
| Republica Argentina Ex 36 | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Las Lajitas
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Las Lajitas
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Las Lajitas
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Las Lajitas
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| AeroSoluciones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Rio Juramento Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Porvenir 8 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Toloche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| SAS Aeroaplicaciones Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Las Lajitas?
Las Lajitas has a population of 9,151 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 4,973 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Las Lajitas?
Las Lajitas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.1 inches.