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Trancas, Argentina

Tucuman · Argentina

Trancas is a small city in Tucuman, Argentina with a population of 6,658. Elevation: 2,552 ft (778 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

6,658 Population 5,006/sq mi density
2,552 ft Elevation 778 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.4 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / Tucuman Timezone

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About Trancas

Trancas is a municipality in Tucumán Province, Argentina, administrative seat of Trancas Department. The town is located in a large valley between high mountains and hills covered with forest and jungle. Trancas was a strategic point for the defense of the North and witnessed important events during the struggle for Argentina's independence.

People

Population6,658
Density5,006/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain18.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Population6,658
Population Density5,006 / sq mi
Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Coordinates-26.2314°, -65.2809°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Tucuman
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceTucuman
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation18.4 inches (468 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Trancas

Trancas is a small city in Argentina (Tucuman) with a population of 6,658. The city sits at an elevation of 2,552 feet (778 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.4 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Tucuman.

Trancas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,552 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above Argentina avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,552 ft (778 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density5,006/sq mi
Coordinates-26.2314°N, 65.2809°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/Tucuman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.4"
52% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M4.6 on Apr 30, 2024.

Mar 8, 2010 75 km WNW of Cafayate, Argentina M5.8 146 km
Feb 21, 2011 41 km NNE of Termas de Río Hondo, Argentina M5.6 118 km
Jan 10, 2022 23 km NW of Trancas, Argentina M5.6 23 km
Apr 30, 2000 37 km WSW of Tafí del Valle, Argentina M5.2 115 km
Sep 5, 2015 44 km S of El Galpón, Argentina M5.2 78 km
Feb 29, 1992 24 km NE of Alderetes, Argentina M5.2 61 km
Sep 27, 2010 12 km ENE of Burruyacú, Argentina M5.0 69 km
Nov 27, 1993 52 km N of Burruyacú, Argentina M5.0 57 km
May 20, 2020 70 km E of Antofagasta de la Sierra, Argentina M4.9 143 km
May 19, 1991 3 km NNW of El Galpón, Argentina M4.9 116 km
Feb 27, 2010 16 km SW of Campo Quijano, Argentina M4.8 143 km
Aug 3, 2000 13 km WNW of Termas de Río Hondo, Argentina M4.8 140 km
Mar 10, 1994 Salta, Argentina M4.8 94 km
Sep 28, 1990 69 km WSW of Cafayate, Argentina M4.8 132 km
May 18, 2011 72 km N of Hualfín, Argentina M4.7 147 km
Nov 11, 2017 23 km WNW of El Galpón, Argentina M4.7 113 km
Jun 16, 2010 26 km W of Aguilares, Argentina M4.7 143 km
Oct 7, 2001 39 km NNW of Trancas, Argentina M4.6 40 km
Mar 20, 2017 46 km ENE of Hualfín, Argentina M4.6 146 km
Feb 15, 2003 33 km E of Burruyacú, Argentina M4.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.5 in
March 70°F (21°C) 2.9 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 58°F (15°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
November 74°F (23°C) 2.1 in
December 75°F (24°C) 3.2 in

Trancas has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 55°F in June to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.4") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Trancas

Institution Type Founded Website
Colegio Pilar Ibañez College
Colegio Pilar Ibañez - Anexo Trancas College
Escuela Lola Mora College
Instituto De Enseñanza Superior San Pedro De Colalao - Anexo Trancas College

Schools in Trancas

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela 8 Bartolome MItre
Escuela 171 Luis Lobo De La Vega
Escuela Juan José Paso
Escuela SRTIC Leocadio Paz
Escuela 204 Antonio Saife
Escuela 265 Policía Federal Argentina
Escuela 331 Reverendo Juan Urbanc
Instituto Privado San Joaquin
Escuela Tecnica N° 1 De Trancas
Escuela Especial De Trancas
Escuela Media De Trancas
Escuela 47 Tufik Antonio Chebaia
Escuela 233 Ricardo Azcarate Lopez
Escuela SRTIC Zarate Norte
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Hotels in Trancas

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel
Hotel Portal Benjamin

Zoos in Trancas

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carlos Pellegrini

Train Stations in Trancas

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ruiz de los Llanos
Vipos

Bus Stations in Trancas

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de San Pedro de Colalao

Gas Stations in Trancas

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AR #1529912047
AR #2572005451
Bandera Blanca
Refinor

Airports Near Trancas

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International AirportTUCLarge Airport
Agroalas S.R.L. AirportSmall Airport
Cafayate AirportSmall Airport
Don Emilio AirportSmall Airport
Horco Molle Aeroclub AirportSmall Airport
Metán AirportSmall Airport
Rosario De La Frontera AirportSmall Airport
Santa Maria AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Trancas

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia del Sagrado Corazón de Trancas Viejo
Parroquia San Joaquin

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/Tucuman

🇦🇷 About Argentina

Capital Buenos Aires
Population 44,494,502
Area 2,766,890 km²
GDP (USD) $649,461,687,959
GDP per capita $14,262
HDI 0.849
Life expectancy 77.4 years
Internet users 89.2%
Urban population 92.2%
Currency ARS (Peso)
Languages Guaraní, Spanish
Calling code +54
TLD .ar
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Argentina

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 16 Carnival Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Carnaval
Mar 24 Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice Día Nacional de la Memoria por la Verdad y la Justicia
Apr 2 Day of the Veterans and Fallen of the Malvinas War Día del Veterano y de los Caídos en la Guerra de Malvinas
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajador
May 25 May Revolution Día de la Revolución de Mayo
Jun 15 Anniversary of the Passing of General Martín Miguel de Güemes Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Martín Miguel de Güemes
Jun 20 General Manuel Belgrano Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General Manuel Belgrano
Jul 9 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Aug 17 General José de San Martín Memorial Day Paso a la Inmortalidad del General José de San Martín
Oct 12 Day of Respect for Cultural Diversity Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural
Nov 23 National Sovereignty Day Día de la Soberanía Nacional
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Day Día de la Inmaculada Concepción de María
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Trancas

What is the population of Trancas?

Trancas has a population of 6,658 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 5,006 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Trancas?

Trancas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.4 inches.

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