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Pilar, Paraguay

Ñeembucú Department · Paraguay

Pilar is a mid-size city in Ñeembucú Department, Paraguay with a population of 32,810. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

32,810 Population 329/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
65.4 in Annual Rain
America / Asuncion Timezone

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About Pilar

Pilar

Pilar is the capital city of the Paraguayan department of Ñeembucú, located along the Paraguay River in the southwestern part of the country. Located about 258 km (160 mi) from Asunción, Pilar serves as an important center of commerce and government for the far southwestern region of the country.

People

Population32,810
Density329/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain65.4 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population32,810
Population Density329 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates-26.8587°, -58.3064°
TimezoneAmerica/Asuncion
Country🇵🇾 Paraguay
State / ProvinceÑeembucú Department
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation65.4 inches (1,661 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pilar

Pilar is a mid-size city in Paraguay (Ñeembucú Department) with a population of 32,810. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.4 inches. The timezone is America/Asuncion.

Climate in Pilar

Pilar has an average annual temperature of 22.1°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jan (27.2°C), the coldest is Jul (15.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1418 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27.2°C / 81°F 21.8° / 32.5° 151.8
Feb 26.8°C / 80°F 21.3° / 32.3° 138.3
Mar 25.5°C / 78°F 19.4° / 31.7° 154.7
Apr 22.1°C / 72°F 16.2° / 28° 174.1
May 18.6°C / 65°F 12.5° / 24.6° 90.1
Jun 16.8°C / 62°F 10.3° / 23.4° 61.2
Jul 15.9°C / 61°F 9.2° / 22.6° 49.0
Aug 17.9°C / 64°F 10.9° / 24.9° 36.4
Sep 20.1°C / 68°F 13.3° / 26.9° 67.7
Oct 23.2°C / 74°F 17° / 29.4° 185.0
Nov 24.8°C / 77°F 18.5° / 31.1° 163.9
Dec 26.6°C / 80°F 20.8° / 32.3° 145.8
Pilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 65.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above Paraguay avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area99.6 sq mi (258.0 km²)
Population Density329/sq mi
Coordinates-26.8587°N, 58.3064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Asuncion

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.4"
72% above Paraguay avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.97"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 80°F (26°C) 5.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in
April 71°F (22°C) 6.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
June 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in Coldest
July 65°F (18°C) 2.0 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in
October 72°F (22°C) 5.8 in
November 75°F (24°C) 6.3 in
December 79°F (26°C) 5.5 in

Pilar has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in June to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (2.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Pilar

Institution Type Founded Website
Facultad de Ciencias Agropecuarias y Desarrollo Rural University
Facultad de Ciencias Aplicadas University Visit →
Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas University
Facultad vde Ciencias Contables University
Universidad Nacional de Pilar University Visit →
Universidad Nacional de Pilar University Visit →
Universidad San Lorenzo University
UPAP Pilar University

Schools in Pilar

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colegio Técnico Juan XXIII
Escuela San Francisco
San Josè Artesano
Maria N Glas
Colegio Tecnico Priv. Subv. Juan XXIII
Colegio Santo Tomas
Colegio Santo Tomas
Escuela República Oriental del Uruguay
Guardería Infantil San Filipo Smaldone
CREP
Escuela Básica nro 92 San Miguel
Escuela Cristo Rey
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Radio Stations near Pilar

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Pilar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Cabildo de Pilar
Museo Histórico Coronel Pedro Hermosa
Museo Paolo Alberzoni

Libraries in Pilar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Central0.0

Farmers Markets in Pilar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adoshem

Hotels in Pilar

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Central
Hospedaje de Loli
Hotel Loreliz
Hotel Monumental II
Las Garzas
Las Hortensias
Malian
Monumental I

Restaurants in Pilar

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Heraclio
Chris Hamburguesería
Comedor Jasy
Comedor Santa Isabel
Don Aquito
Don Aquito
El sitio
Hamburguesería y Lomitería de 10
La Preferida
Mister Kombi
Mister Kombi Central
Mr Kombi 2
Restaurant Corona
Restaurante New Jasy

Cafes in Pilar

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Despensa Emilio
Dulcinea Café - Bar
Karai cafe
Karai Café
Punto Dulce

Theatres in Pilar

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Teatro San Alfonso

Clinics in Pilar

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Consultorio Dr. Caceres
San Rafael

Bus Stations in Pilar

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de Ómnibus de Pilar

Gas Stations in Pilar

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

3 Fronteras
Compasa
Copesa
Copetrol
Copetrol
Max Shop Petromax
Petropar
Petrosur Petro Shop Cristi Shop
Puma
PY #5747212565
Shell

Banks in Pilar

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Familiar
BNF
Continental Bank
Interfisa
Vision

Gyms in Pilar

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Master Gym
Oditec Comunicaciones

Stadiums & Teams in Pilar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pilar

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Resistencia International AirportRESLarge Airport
Aeródromo Don Carlos Miguel GimenezPILMedium Airport
Corrientes AirportCNQMedium Airport
Formosa National AirportFMAMedium Airport
Aeródromo de la Estancia HerraduraSmall Airport
Aeródromo ItatíSmall Airport
Aeródromo PetrukSmall Airport
Aeródromo sede del Aeroclub FormosaSmall Airport
Cañada Quiroz AirportSmall Airport
Dinaluca S.A. AirportSmall Airport
Itati AirportSmall Airport
Nueva Valencia AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Pilar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dinacopa

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pilar

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Evangélica
La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Asuncion
Elevation
44 m (144 ft)
Area
258.0 km² (99.6 mi²)
Founded
1779
Postal Code
120101–120112
Website
pilar.gov.py/

🇵🇾 About Paraguay

Capital Asuncion
Population 6,956,071
Area 406,750 km²
GDP (USD) $43,118,053,175
GDP per capita $6,300
HDI 0.756
Life expectancy 73.8 years
Internet users 78.1%
Urban population 69.4%
Currency PYG (Guarani)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish
Calling code +595
TLD .py
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Paraguay

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Mar 1 Heroes' day Dia de los héroes
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día de los Trabajadores
May 14 Paraguayan Independence Independencia
May 15 Paraguayan Independence Independencia
Jun 12 Chaco Armistice Dia de la Paz del Chaco
Aug 15 Founding of Asunción Fundación de Asunción
Sep 29 Boqueron Battle Victory Day Victoria de Boquerón
Dec 8 Virgin of Caacupe Virgen de Caacupé
Dec 25 Christmas Day Día de Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pilar

What is the population of Pilar?

Pilar has a population of 32,810 residents and is located in Paraguay. The population density is 329 people per square mile, spread across 99.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pilar?

Pilar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.4 inches.

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