San Juan Bautista, Paraguay facts for kids
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San Juan Bautista
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| San Juan Bautista de las Misiones | ||
The San Juan Bautista Cathedral, Paraguay
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 San Juan Bautista
Location in Paraguay
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| Country |  Paraguay |
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| Department | Misiones | |
| Founded | 1893 | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5 km2 (2 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 61 m (200 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 16,593 | |
| • Density | 3,300/km2 (8,600/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4700
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| Area code(s) | +595 (81) | |
San Juan Bautista is a city in Paraguay. It is the main city, or capital, of the Misiones Department. Many people think of it as the birthplace of the religious mission culture in the area. It is also where the main church office, called the Diocese, is located.
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Exploring San Juan Bautista's Location
San Juan Bautista is about 196 kilometers (122 miles) south of Asunción, the capital city of Paraguay. You can reach the city by traveling on Route 1, also known as “Mcal. Francisco Solano López”.
Understanding San Juan Bautista's Climate
The climate here is called humid subtropical. This means it has hot, humid summers and mild winters. The warmest month is January, with an average high temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F). The coolest month is July, with an average high of 22.6°C (72.7°F).
The lowest temperatures in July are around 11.4°C (52.5°F). In January, the lowest temperatures are about 21.4°C (70.5°F). The average temperature for the whole year is 21.7°C (71.1°F). San Juan Bautista also gets a lot of rain, with over 1,600 millimeters (63 inches) falling each year.
| Climate data for San Juan Bautista (1991–2020 normals) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 42.5 (108.5) |
41.7 (107.1) |
41.5 (106.7) |
37.0 (98.6) |
36.0 (96.8) |
35.2 (95.4) |
34.2 (93.6) |
38.8 (101.8) |
40.2 (104.4) |
41.6 (106.9) |
41.0 (105.8) |
40.6 (105.1) |
42.5 (108.5) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 32.6 (90.7) |
31.9 (89.4) |
31.0 (87.8) |
28.3 (82.9) |
24.3 (75.7) |
23.0 (73.4) |
22.8 (73.0) |
25.3 (77.5) |
26.5 (79.7) |
28.7 (83.7) |
30.1 (86.2) |
31.9 (89.4) |
28.0 (82.4) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 26.7 (80.1) |
25.9 (78.6) |
24.7 (76.5) |
22.0 (71.6) |
18.4 (65.1) |
16.9 (62.4) |
16.1 (61.0) |
18.1 (64.6) |
19.9 (67.8) |
22.3 (72.1) |
23.8 (74.8) |
25.7 (78.3) |
21.7 (71.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 21.4 (70.5) |
21.0 (69.8) |
19.9 (67.8) |
17.4 (63.3) |
14.2 (57.6) |
12.6 (54.7) |
11.4 (52.5) |
13.0 (55.4) |
14.9 (58.8) |
17.6 (63.7) |
18.9 (66.0) |
20.5 (68.9) |
16.9 (62.4) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 13.2 (55.8) |
10.5 (50.9) |
8.0 (46.4) |
5.2 (41.4) |
1.5 (34.7) |
−1.0 (30.2) |
−2.0 (28.4) |
−0.6 (30.9) |
1.6 (34.9) |
6.4 (43.5) |
7.0 (44.6) |
9.4 (48.9) |
−2.0 (28.4) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 165.1 (6.50) |
137.8 (5.43) |
122.3 (4.81) |
184.7 (7.27) |
136.0 (5.35) |
92.6 (3.65) |
72.3 (2.85) |
69.4 (2.73) |
105.2 (4.14) |
195.4 (7.69) |
174.5 (6.87) |
177.3 (6.98) |
1,632.7 (64.28) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.1 mm) | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 91 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 65 | 68 | 70 | 71 | 73 | 74 | 71 | 69 | 67 | 64 | 64 | 62 | 68 |
| Source: NOAA,(extremes-precipitation days-humidity 1961-1990), Meteomanz(extremes 2000-2023) | |||||||||||||
People Living in San Juan Bautista
San Juan Bautista covers an area of 2,300 square kilometers (about 888 square miles). It has a population of 18,441 people. This includes 9,281 males and 9,161 females. The city is the third largest in the Misiones Department by population. Only San Ignacio and Ayolas have more people.
A Look at San Juan Bautista's Past
This city was founded during the time when Carlos Antonio López was the leader of Paraguay. It was officially recognized as a small town in 1893. Later, in 1945, it was chosen to be the capital city of the Misiones Department.
How San Juan Bautista Makes Money
The economy of San Juan Bautista mainly relies on farming and raising animals. Farmers in the area grow important crops like soy, wheat, cotton, rice, and corn. Raising animals for food and other products is also a big part of the local economy.
Things to See and Do in San Juan Bautista
San Juan Bautista has many important places. These include schools, government buildings, and health centers. The city's church is very old and built in the Jesuit style.
You can find many natural springs and streams around the city. At Lilly's Island, near San Cristobal, you can see many beautiful lily flowers.
Festivals and Celebrations
During the holidays that honor the city's patron saint, Saint John the Baptist, there are many fun events. These include parades, horseback riding, and bullfights. People also enjoy eating special local foods like batiburrillo, asado a la estaca, and caburé.
In January, the city celebrates the Siriki party, which is another popular event.
Cultural Sites to Visit
The house where the famous guitarist Mangoré once lived is now a museum and a cultural center. Many tourists enjoy visiting this historical place.
Other interesting spots nearby include:
- The art gallery called “El Viejo Taller”
- The “Monseñor Rojas” Theater
- The Seminario Diocesano San José
- The Boquerón square, which has a fountain in its center
- Pyramids built to honor the brave soldiers of the Chaco War
Getting Around San Juan Bautista
From San Juan Bautista, there is an unpaved road that leads to Santa María. Another road connects the city to Route 4 and to Pilar in the Ñeembucú Department.
Famous People from San Juan Bautista
- Agustín Pío Barrios, a very talented guitarist.
- Gustavo Gómez, a well-known footballer.
Gallery
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Court building at San Juan Bautista, Paraguay
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San Juan Bautista, Paraguay
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San Juan Bautista, Paraguay
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San Juan Bautista, Paraguay
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Old houses colonnade at one corner of Plaza Mariscal Estigarribia in San Juan Bautista, Paraguay.
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Cerro Perõ, outside San Juan Bautista, Paraguay
Sister Cities
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See also
In Spanish: San Juan Bautista (Paraguay) para niños
