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Perito Moreno, Argentina
Santa Cruz · Argentina
Perito Moreno is a small town in Santa Cruz, Argentina with a population of 3,588. Elevation: 1,122 ft (342 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Perito Moreno
Perito Moreno is a town in the northwest of Santa Cruz Province, Argentina, 25 km east of Lake Buenos Aires. It should not be confused with the Perito Moreno National Park over 300 km south by road, or the Perito Moreno Glacier near El Calafate. The town is the capital of the Lago Buenos Aires Department. It lies on the RN43, a paved road which links Caleta Olivia on the Atlantic coast to Los Antiguos and the Chilean frontier 60 km west, and Ruta 40, running north and south.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,588 |
| Population Density | 73 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Coordinates | -46.5905°, -70.9257° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Santa Cruz |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.3 inches (134 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Perito Moreno
Perito Moreno is a small town in Argentina (Santa Cruz) with a population of 3,588. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.3 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos.
Climate in Perito Moreno
Perito Moreno has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jan (15.5°C), the coldest is Jul (1.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 161 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Area | 49.1 sq mi (127.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -46.5905°N, 70.9257°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Hudson, Cerro (175 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hudson, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 1,905 m (6,250 ft) | 2011 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 37°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 40°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.2 in |
Perito Moreno has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 37°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 5.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (0.9") and November the driest (0.2").
Schools in Perito Moreno
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 12 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 72 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Perito Moreno
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Perito Moreno
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo De Arqueología Carlos Gradin | ||||
| Museo Etnografico e Histórico Pari Aike |
Farmers Markets in Perito Moreno
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central |
Hotels in Perito Moreno
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Perito Moreno
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Perito Moreno
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Perito Moreno
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Perito Moreno
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Perito Moreno
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Perito Moreno
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Perito Moreno
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Perito Moreno
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Perito Moreno Jalil Hamer Airport | PMQ | Medium Airport |
| Lago Buenos Aires (Aeroclub Perito Moreno) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lago Buenos Aires (Los Antiguos) Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Perito Moreno
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Perito Moreno
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Cueva de las Manos, Río Pinturas | Cultural | 1999 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Perito Moreno
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia María Reina de las Victorias |
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What is the population of Perito Moreno?
Perito Moreno has a population of 3,588 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 49.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Perito Moreno?
Perito Moreno has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.3 inches.