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Pilcaniyeu, Argentina

Rio Negro · Argentina

Pilcaniyeu is a small town in Rio Negro, Argentina with a population of 1,467. Elevation: 3,209 ft (978 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

1,467 Population 17/sq mi density
3,209 ft Elevation 978 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / Salta Timezone

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About Pilcaniyeu

Pilcaniyeu

Pilcaniyeu is a village and municipality in Río Negro Province in Argentina. It is located 65 km from the city of Bariloche.

People

Population1,467
Density17/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Population1,467
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Coordinates-41.1229°, -70.7215°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Salta
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceRio Negro
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (544 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)

About Pilcaniyeu

Pilcaniyeu is a small town in Argentina (Rio Negro) with a population of 1,467. The city sits at an elevation of 3,209 feet (978 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.4 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.

Pilcaniyeu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 34°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,209 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 34°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below Argentina avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average34°F (1°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,209 ft (978 m)
Area85.1 sq mi (220.3 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates-41.1229°N, 70.7215°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Salta

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.4"
44% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 7.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 18, 2025.

Sep 26, 2019 30 km W of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M6.1 113 km
Mar 27, 1999 35 km WNW of San Martín de los Andes, Argentina M5.5 148 km
Jan 13, 2020 14 km SE of San Martín de los Andes, Argentina M5.3 106 km
Jun 4, 2011 32 km NW of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M5.0 118 km
May 24, 2008 33 km W of Lago Puelo, Argentina M4.9 149 km
Jan 2, 1995 48 km NNE of El Maitén, Argentina M4.9 62 km
Jun 4, 2011 34 km NNW of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M4.9 113 km
Jun 4, 2011 43 km NE of Puyehue, Chile M4.9 144 km
Aug 20, 2007 40 km NNW of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M4.8 119 km
Apr 27, 2011 39 km SW of San Martín de los Andes, Argentina M4.8 121 km
Jun 4, 2011 46 km ENE of Puyehue, Chile M4.8 135 km
Jun 4, 2011 45 km ENE of Puyehue, Chile M4.7 138 km
Jun 4, 2011 39 km NNW of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M4.7 120 km
Jun 4, 2011 51 km NW of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M4.7 137 km
Aug 1, 1991 45 km ENE of Puyehue, Chile M4.7 138 km
Jun 4, 2011 40 km ENE of Puyehue, Chile M4.7 137 km
Jul 17, 2006 35 km NE of Puyehue, Chile M4.7 149 km
Apr 5, 2000 30 km NE of Villa La Angostura, Argentina M4.7 85 km
Jun 4, 2011 42 km WSW of San Martín de los Andes, Argentina M4.7 123 km
Mar 2, 2009 8 km S of San Martín de los Andes, Argentina M4.7 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.8 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2022 TODOS LOS SANTOS LAKE Meteorological 0.8 m 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tronador (98 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tronador Stratovolcano 3,478 m (11,411 ft) Unknown 98 km
Crater Basalt Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,344 m (4,409 ft) Unknown 109 km
Antillanca Volcanic Complex Stratovolcano(es) 1,979 m (6,493 ft) -230 126 km
Cayutue-La Vigueria Pyroclastic cone(s) 506 m (1,660 ft) -190 130 km
Puntiagudo-Cordon Cenizos Stratovolcano 2,493 m (8,179 ft) 1850 131 km
Puyehue-Cordon Caulle Stratovolcano 2,236 m (7,336 ft) 2012 132 km
Carran-Los Venados Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,114 m (3,655 ft) 1979 143 km
Osorno Stratovolcano 2,659 m (8,724 ft) 1869 149 km
Huanquihue Group Stratovolcano(es) 2,189 m (7,182 ft) 1750 155 km
Calbuco Stratovolcano 1,974 m (6,476 ft) 2015 160 km
Mocho-Choshuenco Stratovolcano(es) 2,422 m (7,946 ft) 1937 173 km
Apagado Pyroclastic cone 1,210 m (3,970 ft) -590 176 km
Lanin Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 560 178 km
Quetrupillan Stratovolcano 2,360 m (7,743 ft) 255 200 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
May 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
June 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in
July 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in Coldest, Wettest
August 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
September 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
November 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 0.8 in

Pilcaniyeu has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 34°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Pilcaniyeu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Primaria 269 "Cardenal Cagliero"
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Radio Stations near Pilcaniyeu

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Hotels in Pilcaniyeu

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hostería "Doña Lidia"

Train Stations in Pilcaniyeu

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Perito Moreno
Pilcaniyeu

Airports Near Pilcaniyeu

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Teniente Luis Candelaria International AirportBRCLarge Airport
Caleufu AirportSmall Airport
Lago Nahuel Huapi AirfieldSmall Airport
Pilcaniyeu AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Pilcaniyeu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Correo Argentino

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

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 Pilcaniyeu

What is the population of Pilcaniyeu?

Pilcaniyeu has a population of 1,467 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 85.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pilcaniyeu?

Pilcaniyeu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.

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