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Las Ovejas, Argentina

Neuquen · Argentina

Las Ovejas is a small town in Neuquen, Argentina with a population of 1,312. Elevation: 4,147 ft (1,264 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

1,312 Population 10/sq mi density
4,147 ft Elevation 1,264 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / Salta Timezone

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People

Population1,312
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation4,147 ft (1,264 m)
Population1,312
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation4,147 ft (1,264 m)
Coordinates-36.9890°, -70.7495°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Salta
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceNeuquen
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (780 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)

About Las Ovejas

Las Ovejas is a small town in Argentina (Neuquen) with a population of 1,312. The city sits at an elevation of 4,147 feet (1,264 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 36°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.

Las Ovejas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 36°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 280 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 4,147 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 36°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below Argentina avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average36°F (2°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,147 ft (1,264 m)
Area130.7 sq mi (338.4 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates-36.9890°N, 70.7495°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Salta

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 5.83"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

392 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.7 on Apr 18, 2025.

Jul 17, 2023 19 km SE of Loncopué, Argentina M6.6 136 km
May 14, 1990 18 km ESE of Linares, Chile M6.2 132 km
Dec 14, 1998 39 km WSW of Loncopué, Argentina M6.0 139 km
Jun 7, 2012 86 km ESE of Colbún, Chile M6.0 103 km
May 29, 2017 60 km ENE of Los Ángeles, Chile M5.9 92 km
Apr 29, 2021 17 km WSW of Andacollo, Argentina M5.6 31 km
May 24, 2012 26 km ENE of Las Ovejas, Argentina M5.4 27 km
May 22, 1999 33 km NE of Las Ovejas, Argentina M5.3 33 km
May 17, 1991 48 km NNE of Las Ovejas, Argentina M5.2 48 km
Jan 23, 2009 67 km N of Las Ovejas, Argentina M5.2 67 km
Aug 15, 2010 36 km WNW of Las Ovejas, Argentina M5.2 37 km
Nov 3, 2001 19 km SE of Parral, Chile M5.1 115 km
Mar 4, 2010 105 km N of Barrancas, Argentina M5.0 145 km
Mar 27, 2017 Maule - Bio-Bio border region, Chile M5.0 122 km
Jun 7, 2012 48 km SE of Colbún, Chile M5.0 110 km
Aug 18, 1996 20 km S of Colbún, Chile M4.9 136 km
Feb 27, 2010 35 km E of Mulchén, Chile M4.9 125 km
Feb 27, 2010 12 km SSW of Chillán, Chile M4.9 127 km
Oct 19, 1997 66 km NNW of Barrancas, Argentina M4.9 85 km
Feb 1, 2001 60 km ENE of Coihueco, Chile M4.9 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Domuyo (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Domuyo Stratovolcano 4,702 m (15,427 ft) Unknown 48 km
Chillan, Nevados de Stratovolcano 3,180 m (10,433 ft) 2020 58 km
Tromen Stratovolcano(es) 4,114 m (13,497 ft) 1822 66 km
Antuco Stratovolcano 2,979 m (9,774 ft) 1869 71 km
Trolon Lava dome(s) 2,360 m (7,743 ft) Unknown 84 km
Copahue Stratovolcano 2,953 m (9,688 ft) 2019 104 km
Maule, Laguna del Caldera 2,162 m (7,093 ft) -50 106 km
San Pedro-Pellado Stratovolcano(es) 3,621 m (11,880 ft) Unknown 112 km
Callaqui Stratovolcano 3,164 m (10,381 ft) 1980 121 km
Mariñaqui, Laguna Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,108 m (6,916 ft) Unknown 146 km
Payun Matru Shield 3,715 m (12,188 ft) -5050 149 km
Azul, Cerro Stratovolcano 3,788 m (12,428 ft) 1967 149 km
Descabezado Grande Stratovolcano(es) 3,953 m (12,969 ft) 1933 157 km
Calabozos Caldera 3,508 m (11,509 ft) Unknown 161 km
Tolhuaca Stratovolcano 2,739 m (8,986 ft) -4000 167 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
February 59°F (15°C) 0.7 in
March 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
April 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in
May 42°F (5°C) 5.2 in
June 36°F (2°C) 5.8 in Wettest
July 36°F (2°C) 5.4 in Coldest
August 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in
September 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
November 54°F (12°C) 1.3 in
December 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in

Las Ovejas has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 36°F in July to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Las Ovejas

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Residencia Estudiantil
Escuela Primaria N° 30
Escuela Provincial de Educación Agraria EPEA Nro 1
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Radio Stations near Las Ovejas

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Las Ovejas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Recuerdos del Alma

Libraries in Las Ovejas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Hotels in Las Ovejas

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostería Las Ovejas
Hosteria Varvarco

Theatres in Las Ovejas

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anfiteatro

Monuments in Las Ovejas

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Las Ovejas

Bus Stations in Las Ovejas

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de Ómnibus de Las Ovejas

Gas Stations in Las Ovejas

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AR #272176519

Banks in Las Ovejas

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Provincia de Neuquén

Airports Near Las Ovejas

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Andacollo AirportSmall Airport
Chos Malal AirportHOSSmall Airport
El Alamito AirportSmall Airport
Las Ovejas AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Las Ovejas

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correo Argentino

Churches & Religious Organizations in Las Ovejas

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Sebastian

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/Salta

🇦🇷 About Argentina

Capital Buenos Aires
Population 44,494,502
Area 2,766,890 km²
GDP (USD) $649,461,687,959
GDP per capita $14,262
HDI 0.849
Life expectancy 77.4 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 92.2%
Currency ARS (Peso)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish
Calling code +54
TLD .ar
Driving side right

Volcanoes Near Las Ovejas

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Domuyo Stratovolcano 4,702 m

Public Holidays in Argentina

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Mar 24 Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice Día Nacional de la Memoria por la Verdad y la Justicia
Apr 2 Day of the Veterans and Fallen of the Malvinas War Día del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajador
May 25 May Revolution Día de la Revolución de Mayo
Jun 15 Anniversary of the Passing of General Martín Miguel de Güemes Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Martín Miguel de Güemes
Jun 20 General Manuel Belgrano Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Manuel Belgrano
Jul 9 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 17 General José de San Martín Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General José de San Martín
Oct 12 Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural
Nov 23 National Sovereignty Day Día de la Soberanía Nacional
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Day Día de la Inmaculada Concepción de María
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Las Ovejas

What is the population of Las Ovejas?

Las Ovejas has a population of 1,312 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 130.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Ovejas?

Las Ovejas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 36°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

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