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Ushuaia, Argentina
Tierra del Fuego · Argentina
Ushuaia is a mid-size city in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina with a population of 56,825. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ushuaia
Ushuaia is the capital of Tierra del Fuego, Antártida e Islas del Atlántico Sur Province, Argentina. With a population of 89,606 and a location below the 54th parallel south latitude, Ushuaia claims the title of world's southernmost city.
People
Climate
| Population | 56,825 |
| Population Density | 6,399 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | -54.8108°, -68.3159° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Tierra del Fuego |
| Average Temperature | 39°F (4°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.1 inches (561 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.3 inches (21 cm) |
About Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a mid-size city in Argentina (Tierra del Fuego) with a population of 56,825. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 31°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.1 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Ushuaia.
Climate in Ushuaia
Ushuaia has an average annual temperature of 6.2°C (43°F). The hottest month is Jan (9.8°C), the coldest is Jul (2.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 494 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 38.5°F |
| 29% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (23.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,399/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -54.8108°N, 68.3159°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 35°F (1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 32°F (0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 35°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in |
Ushuaia has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 31°F in July to 46°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.2") and September the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Ushuaia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto De Educación Superior Terra Nova | College | — | — |
| National University of Tierra del Fuego | University | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional de Tierra del Fuego (U.N.T.D.F.) | University | — | — |
| Universidad Tecnológica Nacional Ushuaia | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Ushuaia
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Municipal Experimental La Bahía | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico Provincial N° 1 "Olga Bronzovich de Arko" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 13 "Almirante Guillermo Brown" | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Salesiano Don Bosco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N°1 "Domingo Faustino Sarmiento" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Provincial José Martí | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 48 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 41 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio del Sur | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 31 Juana Manso | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Polivalente de Arte | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 15 Centenario de Ushuaia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 39 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Provinvial Los Andes | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nacional de Ushuaia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria Ernesto Sábato | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 24 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Provincial 47 | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Provincial de Educación Secundaria Biconental Juana Azurduy | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial Nro.1 Kayu Chenén | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 9 Comandante Luis Piedrabuena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela primaria de adultos | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Provincial Kloketen Oficial. Anexo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nº 22 Bahía Golondrina | — | — | — | — |
| Proyecto Educativo Alternativo Alumnos 1º | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N°41 "Mario Benedetti" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Secundaria "CIEU" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Jose María Sobral | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria N° 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela N° 34 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mirador de Los Andes | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ushuaia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ushuaia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ex Casa de Gobierno | ||||
| Galería de Historia Fueguina | ||||
| Museo del Fin del Mundo | ||||
| Museo Marítimo de Ushuaia | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museo Pensar en Malvinas | ||||
| Museo Yámana | ||||
| Sala de Interpretación Maiá-Kú |
Libraries in Ushuaia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Popular Sarmiento | 0.0 | |||||
| Popular Alfonsina Storni | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ushuaia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champita | |||||
| Mar de Cobos | |||||
| Mercado De la Costa |
Hotels in Ushuaia
41 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ushuaia
63 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ushuaia
19 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ushuaia
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ushuaia
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ushuaia
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ushuaia
16 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ushuaia
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ushuaia
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ushuaia
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ushuaia
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ushuaia
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ushuaia
14 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ushuaia
8 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ushuaia
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ushuaia
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Ushuaia
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro Castor | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Ushuaia
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guardia Marina Zañartu Airport | WPU | Medium Airport |
| Ushuaia - Malvinas Argentinas International Airport | USH | Medium Airport |
| Azopardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia Los Cerros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lago Escondido Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Robles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ushuaia Aeroclub Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yendegaia Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ushuaia
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correo Argentino | |
| OCA | |
| Unidad Postal Fin del Mundo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ushuaia
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centro Cristiano Filadelfia | |
| IGLESIA CRISTIANA EVANGELICA | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Últimos Tiempos | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Bautista | |
| Iglesia Parroquial de Ushuaia | |
| Parroquia María Auxiliadora | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Merced | |
| Parroquia Sagrada Familia | |
| Santuario Gauchito Gil |
Explore Near Ushuaia
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Ushuaia
43 places within 15 km
- • Cañadon de la Oveja
- • Baliza Escarpados
- • Cerro Bellavista
- • Cerro Bridges
- • Cerro Cinco Hermanos
- • Cerro Cloche
- • Cerro Cortez
- + 17 more
- • Avistamiento del Tren del Fin del Mundo
- • Bird view
- • La Rnube
- • Mirador Auxiliadora Madre Mía
- • Mirador camino de L. F. Martial
- + 14 more
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Public Holidays in Argentina
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Ushuaia
What is the population of Ushuaia?
Ushuaia has a population of 56,825 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 6,399 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ushuaia?
Ushuaia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 31°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.