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San Rafael, Argentina
Mendoza · Argentina
San Rafael is a large city in Mendoza, Argentina with a population of 118,009. Elevation: 2,264 ft (690 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Rafael
San Rafael is a city in the southern region of the Mendoza Province, Argentina. With more than 118,000 inhabitants, it is the largest city in and the seat of San Rafael Department.
People
Climate
| Population | 118,009 |
| Population Density | 4,400 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,264 ft (690 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.6153°, -68.3324° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Mendoza |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.5 inches (293 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael
San Rafael is a large city in Argentina (Mendoza) with a population of 118,009. The city sits at an elevation of 2,264 feet (690 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.5 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Mendoza.
Climate in San Rafael
San Rafael has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (8.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 351 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,264 ft (690 m) |
| Area | 26.8 sq mi (69.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,400/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.6153°N, 68.3324°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maipo (147 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maipo | Caldera | 5,323 m (17,464 ft) | 1912 | 147 km |
| Infiernillo | Volcanic field | 3,007 m (9,865 ft) | -6890 | 154 km |
| Atuel, Caldera del | Caldera | 5,189 m (17,024 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| San Jose | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,070 m (19,915 ft) | 1960 | 171 km |
| Palomo | Stratovolcano | 4,860 m (15,945 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Tinguiririca | Stratovolcano | 4,280 m (14,042 ft) | 1917 | 186 km |
| Tupungatito | Stratovolcano | 5,660 m (18,570 ft) | 1987 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 1.4 in |
San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 43°F in July to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.4") and June the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in San Rafael
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Integrador Universitario | University | — | — |
| Instituto Superior de Formación Docente y Técnica N° 9-003 | College | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional de Cuyo | University | — | — |
| Universidad Tecnologica Nacional - Facultad Regional San Rafael | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in San Rafael
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Ps 92 Isabel La Católica | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 4-127 "Centro Polivalente de Arte" / IPA-Instituto 9-014 Profesorado de Arte. | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Educación Técnica 4-006 Pascual Iaccarini | — | — | — | — |
| Esc. 1-296 J. M. Gamboa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Manuel A. Sáez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1-505 María Dolores Henríquez de Bustos | — | — | — | — |
| CEBJA 3-064 Abdón Antonio Gattás | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 1-249 "Clemente Manchado" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio " Isabel, la Católica " | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Margarita Cinca de Geary | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1-619 "Libertador General José de San Martín" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 4-087 Manuel Ignacio Molina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1689 "Francisco Peñasco Aura - Anexo" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1689 "Francisco Peñasco Aura" | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Alfredo Bufano | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N°4102 "Antonio Buttini" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N°1082 "Provincia del Chaco" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 1- 185 "Prof. Manuel J. Zapata" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rodolfo Iselín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ejército de los Andes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Olegario Víctor Andrade | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Isaac Espínola | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1-702 "Manos Solidarias" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1-324 Pedro Julián Ortiz | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio P-178 Santa Teresita del Niño Jesús" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio 28 PS Hermanos Maristas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 1-568 "Conrado Atencio" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 1-596 Emilio Civit | — | — | — | — |
| Jose Villanueva | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 2-039 Padre Jose Alfredo Carrone | — | — | — | — |
| English Centre Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Reynaldo Merín | — | — | — | — |
| School J. L.Borges | — | — | — | — |
| escuela G.M.C.Sotomayor | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Rafael
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RADIO COOPERATIVA (CL) | classical | MP3 48 kbps |
Museums in San Rafael
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Vieja Usina | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural "Doctor Humberto A. Lagiglia" |
Libraries in San Rafael
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Mariano Moreno | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Rafael
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Lili |
Hotels in San Rafael
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Rafael
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Rafael
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in San Rafael
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in San Rafael
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in San Rafael
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in San Rafael
2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Rafael
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in San Rafael
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Rafael
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Rafael
17 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Rafael
13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San Rafael
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in San Rafael
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Rafael
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | AFA | Medium Airport |
| General Alvear Aeroclub Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Alvear Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Rafael
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de los Santos Inocentes | |
| Capilla Nuestra Señora de la Carrodilla | |
| Capilla San Cayetano | |
| Catedral San Rafael Arcangel | |
| Hermita Nuestra Señora de Schoenstatt | |
| Iglesia de Lourdes | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de los Dolores | |
| iglesia San José | |
| Iglesia San Maximiliano Kolbe | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Rosario de Pompeya | |
| Parroquia San Pedro |
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Quick Facts
Around San Rafael
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 San Rafael
What is the population of San Rafael?
San Rafael has a population of 118,009 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 4,400 people per square mile, spread across 26.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael?
San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.5 inches.