Piriápolis, Uruguay
Maldonado · Uruguay
Piriápolis is a small city in Maldonado, Uruguay with a population of 12,144. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Piriápolis
Piriápolis is a city in the Maldonado Department of Uruguay. It is an important summer resort in the country, predating the larger and better known resort town of Punta del Este. Because it is mainly used as a resort, it has a relatively small permanent population for a city of its size.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,144 |
| Population Density | 1,258 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.8629°, -55.2747° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | Maldonado |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.1 inches (1,045 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Piriápolis
Piriápolis is a small city in Uruguay (Maldonado) with a population of 12,144. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Climate in Piriápolis
Piriápolis has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (22.4°C), the coldest is Jul (10.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 974 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.3°F |
| 14% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8629°S, 55.2747°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1884 | MONTEVIDEO | Unknown | - | - | 82 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
Piriápolis has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 52°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and December the driest (2.7").
Schools in Piriápolis
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Galileo Galilei | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Joaquin Torres Garcia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 52 Elena Marroche de Mussio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Aprendizaje Mandala | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 89 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 37 Francisco Piria | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 45 Doctor Alfonso Lamas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 44 Petrona Fontes de Bonilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 14 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo de Piriápolis | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Piriápolis
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Isla Radio Online Del Uruguay | arte, candombe | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Concierto FM 95.1 | dance, reggaeton | MP3 256 kbps | |
| FM Buenos Aires 104.1 | baladas en español, hits | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Atlantida FM 89.9 | 80s, 90s | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Federal FM 99.1 | deportes, information | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Piriápolis
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arboleto Lussich | ||||
| Castillo de Piria | ||||
| Museo – Taller de Casapueblo | ||||
| Museo de Arte de Piriápolis - Les Mouettes | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario |
Hotels in Piriápolis
24 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Piriápolis
24 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Piriápolis
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Piriápolis
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Piriápolis
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Piriápolis
3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Piriápolis
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Piriápolis
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Piriápolis
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Piriápolis
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Piriápolis
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Piriápolis
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport | PDP | Medium Airport |
| Centro Aeronáutico Piriápolis | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbres de Carrasco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Jagüel / Punta del Este Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Calera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Military Aeronautical School | - | Small Airport |
| Minas Municipal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wings of Freedom Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Piriápolis
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita de Rosa Mística | |
| Ermita del Bosque | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Salon del Reino. Testigos de Jeohva |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uruguay
15 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Piriápolis?
Piriápolis has a population of 12,144 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 1,258 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Piriápolis?
Piriápolis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.
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