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Santa Catalina, Argentina
Jujuy · Argentina
Santa Catalina is a small town in Jujuy, Argentina with a population of 920. Elevation: 12,306 ft (3,751 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina (Jujuy) is a town and municipality in Jujuy Province in Argentina. It is the northernmost permanently inhabited town in Argentina, and is a high altitude mining town (3770 m) where inhabitants also raise llamas and other animals, and cultivate fruit.
People
Climate
| Population | 920 |
| Population Density | 390 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,306 ft (3,751 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.9457°, -66.0519° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Jujuy |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Jujuy |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.1 inches (435 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.0 inches (10 cm) |
About Santa Catalina
Santa Catalina is a small town in Argentina (Jujuy) with a population of 920. The city sits at an elevation of 12,306 feet (3,751 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.1 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Jujuy.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 362 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,306 ft (3,751 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 390/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.9457°N, 66.0519°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Jujuy |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Guayaques (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Guayaques | Lava dome(s) | 5,598 m (18,366 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 42°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
Santa Catalina has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 42°F in June to 59°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 10.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and May the driest (0.0").
Hotels in Santa Catalina
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Santa Catalina
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Santa Catalina
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Quiaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tupiza-Mochará Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villazon Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Catalina
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Santa Catalina de Alejandria |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
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What is the population of Santa Catalina?
Santa Catalina has a population of 920 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 390 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Catalina?
Santa Catalina has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 362 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.1 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.