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Río Gallegos, Argentina
Santa Cruz · Argentina
Río Gallegos is a mid-size city in Santa Cruz, Argentina with a population of 95,796. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About Río Gallegos
Río Gallegos is the capital and largest settlement of the Patagonian province of Santa Cruz in Argentina. Located in the department of Güer Aike, it had a population of 115,524, according to the 2022 census [INDEC]. The city bears the name of the Gallegos River, and sits on its estuary 2,636 km (1,638 mi) south from the Argentine federal capital Buenos Aires.
People
Climate
| Population | 95,796 |
| Population Density | 2,659 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | -51.6253°, -69.2523° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Santa Cruz |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 9.8 inches (248 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
About Río Gallegos
Río Gallegos is a mid-size city in Argentina (Santa Cruz) with a population of 95,796. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.8 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos.
Climate in Río Gallegos
Río Gallegos has an average annual temperature of 7.9°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jan (13.6°C), the coldest is Jul (1.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 276 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 318 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 36.0 sq mi (93.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,659/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -51.6253°N, 69.2523°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Pali-Aike Volcanic Field (59 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pali-Aike Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 282 m (925 ft) | -5550 | 59 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 35°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| July | 34°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 37°F (3°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 1.1 in |
Río Gallegos has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 34°F in July to 55°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 9.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.1") and August the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Río Gallegos
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Privado de Educación Integral | College | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional de la Patagonia Austral (UNPA UARG) | University | — | Visit → |
| UTN | University | — | — |
Schools in Río Gallegos
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTN Universidad Tecnológica Nacional | — | — | — | — |
| Secundario N° 17 | — | — | — | — |
| E.P.P. N°71 Pioneros de Santa Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Provincial N° 10 "Hipólito Yrigoyen" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Industrial Nº 06 Xº Brigada Aérea | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Industrial 4 José Menendez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 62 René Geronimo Favaloro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N°58 Crucero ARA Gral Belgrano | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Secundario N° 19 | — | — | — | — |
| Secundario Nº17 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nº 10 | — | — | — | — |
| E.P.P N°1 | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto de educación Austro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 63 Capitán Danilo Bolzán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Provincial Nº 78 "Soldado José Honorio Ortega" | — | — | — | — |
| Poplars School | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 47 " Nuestra Sra. de Loreto" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Provincial Nº 91, Osvaldo Bayer | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 11 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Río Gallegos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LU14 Radio Provincia de Santa Cruz AM 830 khz | — | OGG | |
| La Radio de la Gente LU12 AM 680 Rio Gallegos | news talk music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Provincia de Santa Cruz AM 830 khz Rio Gallegos | news talk music | OGG |
Museums in Río Gallegos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretación Ambiental | ||||
| Museo de Arte Eduardo Minnicelli | ||||
| Museo de Guerra Malvinas Argentinas | ||||
| Museo de los Pioneros | ||||
| Museo Ferroviario Roberto Galian | ||||
| Museo Regional Manuel Molina |
Libraries in Río Gallegos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca académica Malvina Perazo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Juan Hilarion Lenzi | 0.0 |
Hotels in Río Gallegos
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Río Gallegos
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Río Gallegos
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Río Gallegos
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Río Gallegos
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Río Gallegos
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Río Gallegos
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Río Gallegos
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Río Gallegos
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Río Gallegos
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Río Gallegos
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Río Gallegos
4 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Río Gallegos
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Río Gallegos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puesto Viejo |
Stadiums & Teams in Río Gallegos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Río Gallegos
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Piloto Civil Norberto Fernández International Airport | RGL | Large Airport |
| Coy Aike Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Aymond Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Posesión Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Chico Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Río Gallegos
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino | |
| OCA |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Río Gallegos
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla del Obispado de Río Gallegos | |
| Capilla Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| Church Cristo Centro | |
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia Del Altisimo Rio Gallegos | |
| Iglesia San Cayetano | |
| Parroquia Catedral Nuestra Señora de Luján | |
| Parroquia de San Juan Bosco | |
| Parroquia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | |
| Templo Evangélico Misioneros de Dios |
Quick Facts
Around Río Gallegos
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Río Gallegos
3 places within 15 km
- • Cerro Redondo
- • Mirador del Río Gallegos
- • Mirador del Río Gallegos
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Public Holidays in Argentina
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Río Gallegos
What is the population of Río Gallegos?
Río Gallegos has a population of 95,796 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 2,659 people per square mile, spread across 36.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Río Gallegos?
Río Gallegos has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.