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Paysandú, Uruguay
Paysandú Department · Uruguay
Paysandú is a mid-size city in Paysandú Department, Uruguay with a population of 73,249. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paysandú
Paysandú is the capital and most populous city of the Paysandú Department in western Uruguay. Located on the banks of the Uruguay River, it is the country's fourth-largest city and a vital cultural and economic hub, with agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing serving as key industries.
People
Climate
| Population | 73,249 |
| Population Density | 8,458 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.3171°, -58.0807° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | Paysandú Department |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.2 inches (1,149 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paysandú
Paysandú is a mid-size city in Uruguay (Paysandú Department) with a population of 73,249. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Climate in Paysandú
Paysandú has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Jan (25°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1274 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.7°F |
| 24% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,458/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.3171°N, 58.0807°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in |
Paysandú has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in June to 83°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (2.6").
Colleges & Universities in Paysandú
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Universitario de Paysandú | University | - | , |
| Instituto de Formación Docente de Paysandú | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Paysandú
51+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 111 | - | - | - | - |
| CEA Escuela 71 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Agraria Melchora Cuenca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 101 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 8 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 87 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 91 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 105 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 24 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 57 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 114 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 71 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 93 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 26 Doctor Juan Zorrilla de San Martín | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 100 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 89 Laureano Tacuabé | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Tecnológico Superior Paysandú | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Técnica Paysandú | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 45 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 94 General Leandro Gómez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 96 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 106 Apolo Ronchi | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 7 Amelia Varietti | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 6 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 2 Pivel Devoto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 2 José Gervasio Artigas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 98 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 112 Estado de Israel | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 5 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 1 Departamental Química Farmacéutica Élida Heinzen | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 4 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 63 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo 3 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 13 República Argentina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 33 Maestro Héctor Ferrari | - | - | - | - |
| Liberty School | - | - | - | - |
| Polo Educativo Tecnológico Paysandú | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 88 | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto de Alta Especialización Paysandú | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 11 Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 4 Ángela A. Pérez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 7 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 15 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 99 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 107 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 95 Luisa Luisi | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1 José Pedro Varela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 42 Juana de Ibarbourou | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 6 República del Paraguay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 8 John F. Kennedy | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 103 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Paysandú
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felicidad - AM 1240 | cultura, deportes | MP3 24 kbps | |
| Exito FM 99.7 | adult contemporary, entretenimiento | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| FM DEL MAR 94.7 (AR) | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Contacto 95.3 FM (AR) | hits, latino | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La voz de Paysandú - AM 1320 | cultura, folclore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Exito - FM 99.7 | comunicación, cultura | AAC+ 192 kbps |
Museums in Paysandú
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Primera Administración de la Colonia de San José | ||||
| Molino Forclaz | ||||
| Museo de Ciencias Naturales Guillermo Goméz Cadret | ||||
| Museo Històrico Regional de la Colonia de San José |
Libraries in Paysandú
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Popular Fiat Lux | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular General Urquiza | 0.0 | |||||
| Marco Malki | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paysandú
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Paysandú
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Paysandú
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Paysandú
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Paysandú
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Paysandú
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Paysandú
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paysandú
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Paysandú
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Paysandú
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Paysandú
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paysandú
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gualeguaychu Airport | GHU | Medium Airport |
| Tydeo Larre Borges Airport | PDU | Medium Airport |
| Cerro Cueva del Tigre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Charles Chalkling Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Concepcion Del Uruguay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia El Pinocho | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia El Potrero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia La Providencia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia Nueva Mehlem Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Young Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Paysandú
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Urguayo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paysandú
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basílica Nuestra Señora del Rosario | |
| Bhone | |
| Central Evangelística | |
| Congregación Cristiana en el Uruguay - Barrio Chaplin | |
| Congregación Cristiana en el Uruguay - Barrio Los Olivos | |
| Congregación Cristiana en el Uruguay - Barrio P1 | |
| Congregación Cristiana en el Uruguay - Central | |
| GS 125 BRKING | |
| Iglesia Bíblica de Paysandú | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Misión Cristiana | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida del Uruguay | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| The church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints |
Quick Facts
Around Paysandú
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Paysandú
4 places within 15 km
- • Playa Honda
- • Playa Nueva
- • Bodega Vulliez-Sermet
- • Cerro Caracú Pelado
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Public Holidays in Uruguay
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Paysandú
What is the population of Paysandú?
Paysandú has a population of 73,249 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 8,458 people per square mile, spread across 8.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paysandú?
Paysandú enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches.