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San Carlos, Argentina
Salta · Argentina
San Carlos is a small town in Salta, Argentina with a population of 3,766. Elevation: 5,443 ft (1,659 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Carlos
San Carlos is a head village of the department of San Carlos, Province of Salta, Argentina. San Carlos is a historic village in Calchaquíes Valleys located at the National Route 40, 27 km from Cafayate.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,766 |
| Population Density | 1,203 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,443 ft (1,659 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.8932°, -65.9291° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Salta |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.2 inches (1,098 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
About San Carlos
San Carlos is a small town in Argentina (Salta) with a population of 3,766. The city sits at an elevation of 5,443 feet (1,659 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.9°F |
| 16% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,443 ft (1,659 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.8932°N, 65.9291°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Antofagasta Volcanic Field (149 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Antofagasta Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,495 m (11,467 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
San Carlos has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 49°F in January to 71°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (0.1").
Schools in San Carlos
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Doctor Arturo León Dávalos ex N° 181 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
Museums in San Carlos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico Rodolfo Bravo | ||||
| Museo del Vino | ||||
| Museo Histórico Jallpha Calchaquí-Casa Radich |
Farmers Markets in San Carlos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Paseo Artesanal Cafayate | |||||
| Paseo del Artesano "Juan Calchaquí" |
Hotels in San Carlos
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Carlos
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Carlos
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Carlos
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Carlos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Me Hecho La Burra |
Airports Near San Carlos
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cafayate Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Carlos
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Carlos de Borromeo |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Carlos
What is the population of San Carlos?
San Carlos has a population of 3,766 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 1,203 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Carlos?
San Carlos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 363 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.