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Zapala, Argentina
Neuquen · Argentina
Zapala is a mid-size city in Neuquen, Argentina with a population of 31,534. Elevation: 3,343 ft (1,019 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zapala
Zapala is a city and touristic destination in the Patagonian province of Neuquén, Argentina with about 32,000 inhabitants according to the 2010 census [INDEC].
People
Climate
| Population | 31,534 |
| Population Density | 181 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,343 ft (1,019 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.9006°, -70.0667° |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Country | 🇦🇷 Argentina |
| State / Province | Neuquen |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.4 inches (214 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zapala
Zapala is a mid-size city in Argentina (Neuquen) with a population of 31,534. The city sits at an elevation of 3,343 feet (1,019 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 38°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.4 inches. The timezone is America/Argentina/Salta.
Climate in Zapala
Zapala has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jan (18.9°C), the coldest is Jul (1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 509 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below Argentina avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,343 ft (1,019 m) |
| Area | 174.5 sq mi (452.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 181/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.9006°N, 70.0667°W |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Salta |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Blanca, Laguna (29 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Blanca, Laguna | Volcanic field | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | Unknown | 29 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 126 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 144 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 146 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 148 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 150 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 152 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 152 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 157 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 163 km |
| Huanquihue Group | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,189 m (7,182 ft) | 1750 | 170 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 40°F (5°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 0.4 in |
Zapala has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 38°F in July to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.3") and January the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Zapala
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Aprendizaje Universitario Siglo 21 Zapala | University | - | Visit → |
| Centro de Estudios Terciarios del Comahue | College | - | Visit → |
| Centro de Formación Profesional N° 11 | College | - | , |
| Centro de Formación Profesional N° 15 | College | - | , |
| Centro de Formación Profesional N° 28 | College | - | , |
| Centro Regional Universitario Zapala UNCo | University | 1975 | Visit → |
| Escuela Para Adultos N° 2 | College | - | , |
| Instituto Balcarce | College | - | Visit → |
| Instituto de Educación y Formación Superior Zapala | College | - | Visit → |
| Instituto de Formación Docente N° 13 | College | - | , |
| Instituto Provincial de Educación Terciaria N° 1 | College | - | , |
Schools in Zapala
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Salesiana Talleres Don Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Provincial de Enseñanza Técnica N° 11 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 194 "Pablo Neruda" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Superior de Música de Zapala | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Provincial de Enseñanza Técnica N° 15 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 307 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 80 "Ejército Argentino" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 156 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 114 "Emilio Andrés Haas" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial N° 5 "Suyai" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 12 | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Provincial de Enseñanza Media N° 61 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 257 "República de México" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 326 "Domingo Faustino Sarmiento" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 3 "Teniente Aviador Luis Candelaria" | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Provincial de Enseñanza Media N° 3 "Susana Ramírez" | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nuestra Señora del Rosario de San Nicolás | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 185 "General José de San Martín" | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Provincial de Arte N° 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria N° 148 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Zapala
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio AMEN | talk | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Zapala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico Municipal | ||||
| Museo Olsacher Zapala | ||||
| Museo Vial de la Provincia del Neuquén |
Libraries in Zapala
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Popular "Gobernador Elordi" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zapala
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galpón Negro | |||||
| Mercado Chiara |
Hotels in Zapala
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zapala
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zapala
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Zapala
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Zapala
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Zapala
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zapala
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zapala
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zapala
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Zapala
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Zapala
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Zapala
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brennus |
Ski Resorts Near Zapala
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parque de Nieve Primeros Pinos | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Zapala
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zapala Airport | APZ | Medium Airport |
| Estancia Llamuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zapala
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Andreani | |
| Correo Argentino | |
| OCA |
Treatment Centers in Zapala
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Motus |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zapala
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Madre del Chachil | |
| Centro Cristiano El Renuevo | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| La Iglesia Universal del Reino de Dios | |
| Parroquia Espíritu Santo y San Juan Bosco | |
| Parroquia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near Zapala
Public Holidays in Argentina
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zapala
What is the population of Zapala?
Zapala has a population of 31,534 residents and is located in Argentina. The population density is 181 people per square mile, spread across 174.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zapala?
Zapala has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.4 inches.