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Rafaela, Argentina
Santa Fe · Argentina
Rafaela is a mid-size city in Santa Fe, Argentina with a population of 88,713. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rafaela
Rafaela is a city in Argentina, located in the central-west region of the Santa Fe Province. It serves as the head of the Castellanos Department and is the third most populous and significant urban center in the province, following Rosario and the provincial capital, Santa Fe. The city is known as "The Pearl of the West" due to its natural, cultural, and architectural beauty. According to the socio-economic survey report by ICEDeL, the city's statistical institute, Rafaela had an estimated population of 111,000 in 2022.
People
Climate
| Population | 88,713 |
| Population Density | 8,207 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.2529°, -61.4908° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Santa Fe |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.0 inches (964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rafaela
Rafaela is a mid-size city in Argentina (Santa Fe) with a population of 88,713. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet (96 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Cordoba.
Climate in Rafaela
Rafaela has an average annual temperature of 19.4°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jan (26.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 971 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (28.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,207/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.2529°N, 61.4908°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 4.6 in |
Rafaela has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 53°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Rafaela
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anexo - Escuela Municipal de Artes Escénicas | College | - | , |
| Campus Universidad Nacional de Rafaela | University | - | Visit → |
| Campus Universitario UCSE | University | - | , |
| Club de emprendedores UNRaf | College | - | Visit → |
| Instituto Superior 2 Doctor Joaquín González | College | - | , |
| Universidad de Ciencias Empresariales y Sociales | University | - | Visit → |
| Universidad Nacional de Rafaela | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Rafaela
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria N° 482 "Manuel Belgrano" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria 1287 Juan Domingo Perón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Secundaria 505 Mahatma Gandhi | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Juan Bautista Languier | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Superior del Profesorado N° 2 "Dr Joaquín V. González" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mariano Moreno | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Tecnica No 654 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria 478 Villa Rosas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria 376 Joaquín Dopazo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Secundaria n° 376 "Joaquín Dopazo" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Secundaria Particular Incorporada 1331 Escuela De La Plaza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1343 Amancay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1351 Madre Teresa De Calcuta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Incorporada 1075 25 De Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Técnica 495 Malvinas Argentinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 851 Angela De La Casa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1361 Ángela Peralta Pino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1247 Centenario De Rafaela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Secundaria Orientada 615 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 905 Domingo Faustino Sarmiento | - | - | - | - |
| Brigadier General Estanislao López | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 6405 Gabriela Mistral | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1393 José Pedroni | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 479 Cristóbal Colón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela N° 477 "Domingo Faustino Sarmiento" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 482 Manuel Belgrano | - | - | - | - |
| EET 460 "Guillermo Lehmann" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 387 General Geronimo Espejo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 1316 Don Tomás | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Secundaria Orientada 204 Domingo De Oro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial 2027 Melvin Jones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 481 Bartolomé Mitre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial De Formación Laboral 2082 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Incorporada 1025 Nuestra Señora De La Misericordia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Secundaria Orientada Particular Incorporada 8022 Nuestra Señora De La Misericordia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 6393 Pablo Pizzurno | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Incorporada 1331 Escuela De La Plaza | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rafaela
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Rafaela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico Municipal |
Libraries in Rafaela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municial | 0.0 |
Hotels in Rafaela
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rafaela
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rafaela
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rafaela
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rafaela
6 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rafaela
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rafaela
13 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rafaela
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rafaela
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rafaela
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rafaela
12 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rafaela
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rafaela
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rafaela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rafaela
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sauce Viejo Airport | SFN | Medium Airport |
| Aeroboero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Anibal Brizi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bocca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo San Jose Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Establecimiento La Adelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Pelada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morteros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pablo Sierra Aeroaplicaciones Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rafaela Airport | RAF | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara de Saguier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Stiefel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sunchales Aeroclub Airport | NCJ | Small Airport |
| Traill Southeast Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rafaela
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rafaela
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Nuestra Señora de Itatí | |
| Nuestra Señora Del Perpetuo Socorro | |
| Parroquia Santa Rosa | |
| San Rafael | |
| Universal |
Quick Facts
Around Rafaela
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Rafaela
What is the population of Rafaela?
Rafaela has a population of 88,713 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 8,207 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rafaela?
Rafaela enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches.