Raigón, Uruguay
San José Department · Uruguay
Raigón is a small town in San José Department, Uruguay with a population of 825. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°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 Raigón
Raigón is a populated centre and suburb of San José de Mayo, capital city of San José Department in southern Uruguay.
People
Climate
| Population | 825 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.3402°, -56.6630° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | San José Department |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.5 inches (927 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Raigón
Raigón is a small town in Uruguay (San José Department) with a population of 825. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3402°S, 56.6630°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1884 | MONTEVIDEO | Unknown | - | - | 79 km |
| 1542 | RIO SAN JUAN | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 14 | 120 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 3.7 in |
Raigón has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 52°F in June to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (3.2").
Schools in Raigón
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 9 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Agraria Raigón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 39 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 34 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Raigón
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azul FM 101.9 | alternative, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Metropolis 104.9 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Disney - Argentina FM 94.3 (AR) | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| MARAGATA FM 97.5 (AR) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Emisora Principal | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Raigón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Wenceslao Varela |
Airports Near Raigón
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport | MVD | Large Airport |
| Ángel S. Adami International Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Aeroclub Canelones | - | Small Airport |
| Captain Juan Manuel Boiso Lanza Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Cardona Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbres de Carrasco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Florida Aviation Center | - | Small Airport |
| Kiyú Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Horqueta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Rabida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Military Aeronautical School | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Helvecia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricardo Raver Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Uruguay
15 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Raigón
What is the population of Raigón?
Raigón has a population of 825 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 6.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Raigón?
Raigón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches.
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