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Departamento de Lago Argentino
City in Santa Cruz, Argentina
Overview
Departamento de Lago Argentino is a breathtaking region in Santa Cruz, Argentina, best known for the glacial hub of El Calafate and proximity to the iconic Perito Moreno Glacier. The area offers stunning Patagonian landscapes, from turquoise lakes to arid steppe, along with welcoming towns rich in culture and adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Argentina
Province
Santa Cruz
Population
25,586
Time Zone
America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires
Coordinates
-49.75°, -72.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
75
Monthly Cost
$1,070
Local Cost
$720
Local Income
$320
Cashless
30
English
35
Temperature
4.9°C
Summer Avg
10.6°C
Winter Avg
-1.4°C
Record High
34.1°C
Record Low
-21.5°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
326 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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