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Ancud, Chile
Los Lagos Region · Chile
Ancud is a mid-size city in Los Lagos Region, Chile with a population of 40,819. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ancud
Ancud is a city in southern Chile located in the northernmost part of the island and province of Chiloé, in Los Lagos Region. It is the second largest city of Chiloé Archipelago after Castro. The city was established in 1768 to function as the capital of the archipelago and held that position until 1982. Founded as bulwark against foreign powers in colonial times, the city played an important role in the Chilean colonization of Patagonia in the 19th century.
People
Climate
| Population | 40,819 |
| Population Density | 12,258 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.8707°, -73.8162° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Los Lagos Region |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.0 inches (2,463 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ancud
Ancud is a mid-size city in Chile (Los Lagos Region) with a population of 40,819. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Ancud
Ancud has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Feb (14.2°C), the coldest is Jul (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 875 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 12,258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -41.8707°N, 73.8162°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 60.0 m (197 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1965 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Explosion | 60.0 m | 27 | 118 km |
| 1837 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 16 | 72 km |
| 2022 | TODOS LOS SANTOS LAKE | Meteorological | 0.8 m | - | 143 km |
| 1633 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | - | 8 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Apagado (102 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Apagado | Pyroclastic cone | 1,210 m (3,970 ft) | -590 | 102 km |
| Calbuco | Stratovolcano | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) | 2015 | 116 km |
| Huequi | Lava dome(s) | 1,318 m (4,324 ft) | 1920 | 117 km |
| Osorno | Stratovolcano | 2,659 m (8,724 ft) | 1869 | 139 km |
| Cayutue-La Vigueria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 506 m (1,660 ft) | -190 | 146 km |
| Michinmahuida | Stratovolcano | 2,452 m (8,045 ft) | 1835 | 153 km |
| Puntiagudo-Cordon Cenizos | Stratovolcano | 2,493 m (8,179 ft) | 1850 | 164 km |
| Tronador | Stratovolcano | 3,478 m (11,411 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Antillanca Volcanic Complex | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,979 m (6,493 ft) | -230 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 13.1 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 12.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in |
Ancud has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 46°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 97.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.7") and February the driest (4.2").
Colleges & Universities in Ancud
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uach | University | - | , |
| Universidad Aconcagua | University | - | , |
Schools in Ancud
49 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Diferencial San Carlos de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación de Adultos Esmeralda | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Antuliwen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Llequen | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Charles Darwin de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Gracemar | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio de Adultos Bonilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Hospitalaria Hospital de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Punta Arenas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Las Antenas de Caracoles | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Comercial El Pilar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Pudeto E-831 | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Seminario Conciliar de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Lacuy | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Andrés | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio El Pilar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Lenguaje San Juan | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Bicentenario de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Anexa | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Agrícola de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo B-31 | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Juan | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Cayucán | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Chiloé | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Sol del Pacífico | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Lajas Blancas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Goleta Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Nal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educacional Paz y Amor | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Kalem | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Sebastián | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Integral de Educación Gabriela Paschuan | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Fátima | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Chiloé | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Bosquemar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Curamó | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Guapilacuy | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Andrés | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Estrella De Huilqueco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Capilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Golfete de Quetalmahue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Luis Máximo Oyarzún Vidal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Caipulli | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular N°250 El Pilar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educacional Sonrisa de Ángeles | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Hospitalaria de Ancud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Raiquen | - | - | - | - |
| CEIA Salomon Fuentes Martinez | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ancud
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CyS Radio 96.3 FM Dalcahue | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| En La Noticia Radio 101.1 FM | deportes, information | MP3 64 kbps | |
| ESTRELLA DEL MAR | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Ancud
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Luisa Chijani | ||||
| Museo Puente Quilo | ||||
| Museo Regional de Ancud |
Libraries in Ancud
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Publica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ancud
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancud Municipal Market | |||||
| Chilolac | |||||
| Mall Chino Max Home | |||||
| Pan Y Canela | |||||
| Sala Venta Chilolac |
Hotels in Ancud
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ancud
22 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ancud
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ancud
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ancud
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Ancud
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ancud
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ancud
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ancud
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ancud
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ancud
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ancud
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ancud
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ancud
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ancud
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ancud
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Tepual International Airport | PMC | Large Airport |
| Butachauques Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gamboa Airport | WCA | Small Airport |
| Isla Apiao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mocopulli Airport | MHC | Small Airport |
| Pupelde Airport | ZUD | Small Airport |
| Quemchi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quenac Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tolquien Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ancud
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos de Chile |
Treatment Centers in Ancud
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Fundacion Chilwe |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ancud
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Capilla San Andrés | |
| Catedral San Carlos de Ancud | |
| Iglesia Católica San Pedro | |
| Iglesia Evangelica Pentecostal | |
| Iglesia Luterana | |
| Iglesia Pío X | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Obispado Ancud | |
| Salvation Army | |
| Testigos de Jehová | |
| Velatorio |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ancud
What is the population of Ancud?
Ancud has a population of 40,819 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 12,258 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ancud?
Ancud has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.0 inches.