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Puerto Santa Cruz, Argentina

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Puerto Santa Cruz is a small town in Santa Cruz, Argentina with a population of 3,397. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,397 Population 1,375/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
7.2 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / Rio Gallegos Timezone

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About Puerto Santa Cruz

Puerto Santa Cruz

Puerto Santa Cruz is a town and municipality in Santa Cruz Province in southern Argentina. It lies near the Atlantic coast on the northern bank of the estuary of Santa Cruz River. It is the second oldest city in the province, being founded in 1878. It was the capital of the Santa Cruz National Territory until Río Gallegos took over the position in 1888. The town is a local centre for sheep and cattle farming. The presence of fresh water in an otherwise semi-arid environment allows for orchards and a local horticulture.

People

Population3,397
Density1,375/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain7.2 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population3,397
Population Density1,375 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-50.0192°, -68.5238°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceSanta Cruz
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation7.2 inches (182 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.2 inches (3 cm)

About Puerto Santa Cruz

Puerto Santa Cruz is a small town in Argentina (Santa Cruz) with a population of 3,397. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.2 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos.

Climate in Puerto Santa Cruz

Puerto Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 233 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 19.7
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.2
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 15.3
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.8
Puerto Santa Cruz experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 323 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 7.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below Argentina avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density1,375/sq mi
Coordinates-50.0192°N, 68.5238°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.2"
81% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (May) 0.83"
Driest Month (Oct) 0.35"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
March 54°F (12°C) 0.6 in
April 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in
May 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in Wettest
June 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
July 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in Coldest
August 39°F (4°C) 0.6 in
September 43°F (6°C) 0.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.4 in Driest
November 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
December 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in

Puerto Santa Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 35°F in July to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (0.8") and October the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Puerto Santa Cruz

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Educación Permanente de Jóvenes y Adultos Secundaria 05 Doctor Rene Favaloro
Instituto María Auxiliadora
Escuela General Básica N° 2 "Domingo Faustino Sarmiento"
Colegio Provincial De Educación Secundaria 08 Naciones Unidas
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Museums in Puerto Santa Cruz

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo Casa de los pioneros Mario Hernández
Museo Regional Carlos Borgialli

Hotels in Puerto Santa Cruz

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Che Cauquen
Departamentos Flores del Alma
Hosteria Municipal

Restaurants in Puerto Santa Cruz

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doña Pepa

Theatres in Puerto Santa Cruz

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cine Teatro Municipal
Teatro Sociedad Española

Monuments in Puerto Santa Cruz

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cañadon Misioneros

Bus Stations in Puerto Santa Cruz

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de Ómnibus de Puerto Santa Cruz

Gas Stations in Puerto Santa Cruz

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

YPF

Banks in Puerto Santa Cruz

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banco Santa Cruz
Nation Bank

Stadiums & Teams in Puerto Santa Cruz

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Puerto Santa Cruz

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Capitan D Daniel Vazquez AirportULAMedium Airport
Santa Cruz AirportRZAMedium Airport
Comandante Luis Piedrabuena AirportSmall Airport
Estancia Elena AirportSmall Airport
Estancia Las Lagunas AirportSmall Airport
Monte León Landing StripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Santa Cruz

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Exaltación de la Santa Cruz

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos

🇦🇷 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 Puerto Santa Cruz

What is the population of Puerto Santa Cruz?

Puerto Santa Cruz has a population of 3,397 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 1,375 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Puerto Santa Cruz?

Puerto Santa Cruz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.2 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow.

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