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Alto del Carmen, Chile
Atacama · Chile
Alto del Carmen is a small city in Atacama, Chile with a population of 5,034. Elevation: 2,697 ft (822 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alto del Carmen
Alto del Carmen is a Chilean commune and village in Huasco Province, Atacama Region. The commune spans an area of 5,938.7 km2 (2,293 sq mi). The commune has two sub-sectors; Valle del Tránsito in the northeast and Valle del Carmen in the southwest. The former valley has a high concentration of indigenous Diaguitas and while in the latter ancestry tied to Spanish settlers is common.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,034 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,697 ft (822 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.7595°, -70.4865° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Atacama |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.3 inches (32 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Alto del Carmen
Alto del Carmen is a small city in Chile (Atacama) with a population of 5,034. The city sits at an elevation of 2,697 feet (822 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.3 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,697 ft (822 m) |
| Area | 2,436.5 sq mi (6,310.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.7595°N, 70.4865°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.5 m (18 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1922 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 5.5 m | 700 | 81 km |
| 1995 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 92 km |
| 1903 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 58 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 0.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in |
Alto del Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 44°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 1.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (0.4") and November the driest (0.0").
Schools in Alto del Carmen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Ricardo Campillay Contreras | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Alto del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alto del Carmen
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Marcela | adulto joven, música | MP3 128 kbps |
Clinics in Alto del Carmen
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Alto del Carmen
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vallenar Airport | VLR | Medium Airport |
| Domeyko Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Freirina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gran Cañon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pelícano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tres Quebradas Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alto del Carmen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alto del Carmen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Virgen del Carmen |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Alto del Carmen?
Alto del Carmen has a population of 5,034 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,436.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Alto del Carmen?
Alto del Carmen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.3 inches.