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Baquedano, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
Baquedano is a small town in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 587. Elevation: 3,491 ft (1,064 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 587 |
| Population Density | 277 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,491 ft (1,064 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.1385°, -69.7537° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.2 inches (4 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Baquedano
Baquedano is a small town in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 587. The city sits at an elevation of 3,491 feet (1,064 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.2 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,491 ft (1,064 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.1385°N, 69.7537°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.6 m (15 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 4.6 m | 7 | 121 km |
| 1869 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 78 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 37 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 37 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 37 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 91 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olca-Paruma (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olca-Paruma | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,705 m (18,717 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Pampa Luxsar | Volcanic field | 5,543 m (18,186 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in |
Baquedano has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 56°F in July to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and April the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Baquedano
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raxies FM | edm, electro | AAC | |
| Radio UNAP 101.9 | radio universitaria, university radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioMiX | 80s, remixes | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Municipal Iquique 93.3 FM | entretenimiento, information | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Vilas Radio 100.1 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Municipal Iquique | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Vilas Radio 98.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO PAULINA | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Baquedano
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Vivencia Religiosa del Norte Grande | ||||
| Museo de la Vivencia Religiosa del Norte Grande | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Oficinas Salitreras Humberstone y Santa Laura | ||||
| Museo Minero y Mineralógico Ingeniero Eduardo Lillo |
Libraries in Baquedano
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Huara 340 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Baquedano
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de La Tirana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Banks in Baquedano
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Baquedano
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Baquedano
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diego Aracena International Airport | IQQ | Large Airport |
| Canchones West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oficina Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Baquedano?
Baquedano has a population of 587 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 277 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Baquedano?
Baquedano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.2 inches.