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Puerto Deseado, Argentina
Santa Cruz · Argentina
Puerto Deseado is a small city in Santa Cruz, Argentina with a population of 10,237. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Puerto Deseado
Puerto Deseado, originally called Port Desire, is a city and a fishing port of 16,747 inhabitants, which serves as the capital of the Deseado Department in Santa Cruz Province of Argentina, situated on the estuary of the Deseado River.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,237 |
| Population Density | 5,656 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | -47.7513°, -65.8967° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Santa Cruz |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.3 inches (210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto Deseado
Puerto Deseado is a small city in Argentina (Santa Cruz) with a population of 10,237. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.3 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos.
Climate in Puerto Deseado
Puerto Deseado has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jan (17°C), the coldest is Jul (3.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 208 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,656/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -47.7513°N, 65.8967°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 42°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in |
Puerto Deseado has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.1") and November the driest (0.4").
Schools in Puerto Deseado
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPP Nº 5 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 6 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San José | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nº 24 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuelal 87 | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto María Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial Nº 11 "Canto a la Vida" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Industrial Nº 3 | — | — | — | — |
| UNPA | — | — | — | — |
| Sede de Educación Superior | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 56 | — | — | — | — |
| E.P.P. N° 66 "Fuerte San Carlos" | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Puerto Deseado
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Puerto Deseado
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Estacion Ferroviaria | ||||
| Museo Municipal Mario Brozoski | ||||
| Museo Policlínico Municipal "Doctor Carlos Rostagno" |
Hotels in Puerto Deseado
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puerto Deseado
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto Deseado
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Puerto Deseado
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puerto Deseado
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Puerto Deseado
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto Deseado
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto Deseado
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Puerto Deseado
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Puerto Deseado Airport | PUD | Medium Airport |
| Cabo Tres Puntas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campamento Darwin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campamento Darwin West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia 8 de Julio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia Bahía Laura Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia El Polvorin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia La Estrella Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Deseado West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Mercedes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tellier Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Puerto Deseado
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Deseado
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| JW.ORG |
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What is the population of Puerto Deseado?
Puerto Deseado has a population of 10,237 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 5,656 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Deseado?
Puerto Deseado has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches.