Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission
The Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission is one of 14 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Argentina, centered on Comodoro Rivadavia. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Mission leadersRyan and Joy Phelps began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- WeatherNear Comodoro Rivadavia, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 67°F / 20°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 45°F / 7°C), with roughly 229 mm of rain a year.
- The Church hereArgentina has about 505,819 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- Av. Fray Luis Beltrán, Comodoro Rivadavia, U9005 Chubut, Argentina
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Ryan and Joy Phelps
Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028
Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Argentina has historically had strict import rules and fees for packages; check with the mission office before sending anything.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: arid · about 229 mm of rain a year.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 67°F / 20°C | 59°F / 15°C | 11 mm |
| Feb | 67°F / 20°C | 60°F / 15°C | 10 mm |
| Mar | 65°F / 18°C | 57°F / 14°C | 33 mm |
| Apr | 60°F / 16°C | 54°F / 12°C | 30 mm |
| May | 55°F / 13°C | 49°F / 10°C | 20 mm |
| Jun | 51°F / 10°C | 46°F / 8°C | 33 mm |
| Jul | 49°F / 10°C | 45°F / 7°C | 20 mm |
| Aug | 51°F / 10°C | 46°F / 8°C | 22 mm |
| Sep | 53°F / 12°C | 47°F / 8°C | 21 mm |
| Oct | 56°F / 13°C | 49°F / 10°C | 6 mm |
| Nov | 60°F / 16°C | 53°F / 12°C | 8 mm |
| Dec | 64°F / 18°C | 56°F / 14°C | 14 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Spanish
Spanish is phonetic: vowels are always a (ah), e (eh), i (ee), o (oh), u (oo). Stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable unless an accent mark says otherwise. Use "usted" (formal you) with adults until invited to use "tú".
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Puerto Montt Chile Temple — Site announced (6 October 2024) · about 408 mi (656 km) from Comodoro Rivadavia
The Church in Argentina
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 505,819
- Congregations
- 742 (506 Wards, 236 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 14
- Operating Temples
- 5
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Argentina/Catamarca
- Currency
- ARS
- Country code
- +54
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions as of 2026-10-08
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Greet with a single cheek kiss (even men in some settings).
- Dinner is late (often 9–10 pm).
- Mate sharing is a social ritual (missionaries may politely decline).
Foods: Asado, Empanadas, Milanesa, Dulce de leche / alfajores
Family groups
Connect with other families
- Misioneros de Comodoro Rivadavia! Group
- Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission Group
- Mision Comodoro Rivadavia Fieles Marzo 2015
As listed by latterdaymissions.com (unofficial). Groups may be private, renamed, or inactive.
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission?
The mission leaders are Ryan and Joy Phelps, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.
What is the Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Av. Fray Luis Beltrán, Comodoro Rivadavia, U9005 Chubut, Argentina. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission?
Argentina has historically had strict import rules and fees for packages; check with the mission office before sending anything. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Argentina Comodoro Rivadavia Mission?
Near Comodoro Rivadavia, the warmest month is usually February (average high about 67°F / 20°C) and the coolest is July (average low about 45°F / 7°C), with roughly 229 mm of rain a year. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
Other missions in Argentina
Other missions nearby
- Argentina Bahía Blanca Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires East Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires North Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires South Mission
- Argentina Buenos Aires West Mission
- Argentina Córdoba Mission
- Argentina Mendoza Mission
- Argentina Neuquén Mission
- Argentina Resistencia Mission
- Argentina Rosario Mission
- Argentina Salta Mission
- Argentina Santa Fe Mission
- Argentina Tucuman Mission
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources