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Vinchina, Argentina

La Rioja · Argentina

Vinchina is a small town in La Rioja, Argentina with a population of 2,834. Elevation: 4,790 ft (1,460 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2,834 Population 333/sq mi density
4,790 ft Elevation 1,460 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
5.0 in Annual Rain
America / Argentina / La Rioja Timezone

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About Vinchina

Vinchina

Vinchina is a department of the province of La Rioja (Argentina).

People

Population2,834
Density333/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain5.0 in/yr
Sunny Days327/yr
Elevation4,790 ft (1,460 m)
Population2,834
Population Density333 / sq mi
Elevation4,790 ft (1,460 m)
Coordinates-28.7596°, -68.2069°
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/La_Rioja
Country🇦🇷 Argentina
State / ProvinceLa Rioja
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation5.0 inches (127 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Vinchina

Vinchina is a small town in Argentina (La Rioja) with a population of 2,834. The city sits at an elevation of 4,790 feet (1,460 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 5.0 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/La_Rioja.

Vinchina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 327 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 5.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,790 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above Argentina avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days327 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,790 ft (1,460 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.1 km²)
Population Density333/sq mi
Coordinates-28.7596°N, 68.2069°W
TimezoneAmerica/Argentina/La_Rioja

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 5.0"
87% below Argentina avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 1.18"
Driest Month (May) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

451 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Jun 24, 2025.

May 28, 2002 39 km S of Arauco, Argentina M6.0 139 km
Apr 9, 2010 23 km NNE of Vinchina, Argentina M5.8 24 km
Aug 3, 1995 114 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.8 114 km
Apr 21, 2001 6 km NNW of Chilecito, Argentina M5.8 77 km
Mar 27, 2014 69 km SW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.7 69 km
Sep 6, 2024 113 km E of Vallenar, Chile M5.7 137 km
Mar 10, 2008 116 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.6 116 km
Aug 1, 2017 71 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.6 71 km
Apr 3, 1992 118 km ESE of Vallenar, Chile M5.5 138 km
Jul 8, 2006 57 km SSE of Tinogasta, Argentina M5.5 83 km
Mar 6, 2022 54 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.5 55 km
Mar 5, 2020 39 km S of Tinogasta, Argentina M5.5 79 km
Jan 3, 2024 68 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.5 69 km
May 1, 2025 56 km S of Tinogasta, Argentina M5.4 75 km
Oct 17, 2001 75 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.4 75 km
Mar 31, 2001 72 km S of Vinchina, Argentina M5.4 72 km
Nov 1, 1992 124 km ESE of Vallenar, Chile M5.4 131 km
Jan 4, 2011 128 km WSW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.3 128 km
Mar 15, 1991 62 km SW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.3 62 km
Jun 29, 1990 56 km WNW of Vinchina, Argentina M5.3 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ojos del Salado, Nevados (187 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ojos del Salado, Nevados Stratovolcano 6,879 m (22,569 ft) 750 187 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Wettest
February 67°F (19°C) 1.2 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 0.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 0.1 in Driest
June 47°F (8°C) 0.1 in
July 47°F (8°C) 0.2 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 0.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 0.2 in
October 59°F (15°C) 0.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in

Vinchina has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 47°F in July to 69°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 5.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.2") and May the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Vinchina

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escola Primária N°73
Colegio Provincial
Escuela N° 9 Hípólito Yrigoyen
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Hotels in Vinchina

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corona del inca
Portal de la laguna

Gas Stations in Vinchina

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Estación de servicio

Banks in Vinchina

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nation Bank

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Argentina/La_Rioja
Elevation
830 m (2,723 ft)

🇦🇷 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 Vinchina

What is the population of Vinchina?

Vinchina has a population of 2,834 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 333 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vinchina?

Vinchina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 327 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 5.0 inches.

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