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Santa Teresa, Uruguay
Colonia · Uruguay
Santa Teresa is a small town in Colonia, Uruguay with a population of 2,657. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is located on top of the Santa Teresa hill, by the centre of Rio, and is famous for its winding, narrow streets which are a favourite spot for artists and tourists.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,657 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.4333°, -57.7167° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | Colonia |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,120 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa is a small town in Uruguay (Colonia) with a population of 2,657. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Climate in Santa Teresa
Santa Teresa has an average annual temperature of 17.4°C (63°F). The hottest month is Jan (23.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11°C). Average annual precipitation is 1158 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 2,357.5 sq mi (6,106.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.4333°N, 57.7167°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1542 | RIO SAN JUAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 14 | 30 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in |
Santa Teresa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 51°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (2.7").
Schools in Santa Teresa
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 119 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 20 Suiza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 80 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 56 Jesualdo Sosa | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Teresa
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classique: Una radio de clásicos (AR) | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cadena Rio FM 88.7 (AR) | deportes, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Red 92 (AR) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Cool FM 103.7 (AR) | pop, rock | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| Radio Britannia (AR) | british rock, britpop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Babilonia | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| AM 1270 - Radio Provincia de Buenos Aires (AR) | am, buenos aires | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Classique (AR) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Santa Teresa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa del Virrey | ||||
| Indigenous Space | ||||
| Museo del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Museo del Humor | ||||
| Museo del Origami | ||||
| Museo Naval | ||||
| Museo Paleontologico “Armando Calcaterra” | ||||
| Museo Tourn | ||||
| Portuguese House | ||||
| Portuguese Space | ||||
| Regional History Archive | ||||
| Space Doctor Bautista Rebuffo | ||||
| Spanish Space | ||||
| Telegraph Space | ||||
| Tile Space |
Farmers Markets in Santa Teresa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de artesanías |
Hotels in Santa Teresa
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Teresa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Teresa
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroparque Jorge Newbery | AEP | Large Airport |
| La Plata Airport | LPG | Medium Airport |
| Anchorena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brandsen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cardona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colonia Laguna de Los Patos International Airport | CYR | Small Airport |
| El Pajaro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ezpeleta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Isla Martin Garcia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juan Lacaze Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Arcadia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Caida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Helvecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poblet Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quilmes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ricardo Raver Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tolosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zagarzazú International Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Teresa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangélica Valdense de Riachuelo |
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What is the population of Santa Teresa?
Santa Teresa has a population of 2,657 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,357.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Teresa?
Santa Teresa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.