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Sarmiento, Argentina
Chubut · Argentina
Sarmiento is a small city in Chubut, Argentina with a population of 8,292. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Sarmiento
Sarmiento is a town in the province of Chubut, Argentina. It has about 14,289 inhabitants as per the 2022 census [INDEC], and is the head town of the department of the same name. It is located on the so-called Central Corridor of Patagonia, in a fertile valley amidst an otherwise arid region, 140 km west from Comodoro Rivadavia, in the south of Chubut. It sits between two lakes, Lake Musters and Lake Colhue Huapi. Notable attractions are the Petrified Forest and caves with Aborigine hand paintings.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,292 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Coordinates | -45.5869°, -69.0689° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Chubut |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 5.8 inches (146 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sarmiento
Sarmiento is a small city in Argentina (Chubut) with a population of 8,292. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.8 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Catamarca.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 326 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 249.0 sq mi (644.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -45.5869°N, 69.0689°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 0.3 in |
Sarmiento has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 39°F in July to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 5.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (0.8") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Sarmiento
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural N° 135 "San Ignacio Loyola" | — | — | — | — |
| E.S.E.T.P. Nº725 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Provincial 180 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 163 Nilda Valle | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela De Nivel Inicial No 411 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 28 "Independencia" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Provincial N° 739 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Provincial 82 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Sarmiento
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional Desiderio Torres | ||||
| Vieja estación Sarmiento |
Hotels in Sarmiento
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sarmiento
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sarmiento
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sarmiento
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sarmiento
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sarmiento
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sarmiento
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sarmiento
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Colonia Sarmiento Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lago Musters Airport | OLN | Small Airport |
| Los Perales Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sarmiento
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Santa Teresita Del Niño Jesus |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sarmiento?
Sarmiento has a population of 8,292 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 249.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sarmiento?
Sarmiento has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.8 inches.