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Camarones, Chile
Arica y Parinacota Region · Chile
Camarones is a small town in Arica y Parinacota Region, Chile with a population of 606. Elevation: 2,283 ft (696 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Camarones
Camarones is a city and commune in the Arica y Parinacota Region in Chile. It forms part of the administrative Arica Province and has a population of 1,220. Its municipality seat is in the town of Cuyo, located next to the Chile Highway 5. Cuyo is the administrative center of the commune and a place of rest for travellers. The main towns are Codpa and Caleta Camarones. The latter is a fishing inlet of only 44 inhabitants. Codpa is the largest town in the commune, located 114 kilometres (71 mi) from the city of Arica. It is an entirely rural commune with almost no tourist activity, and is well known for its uncharted areas. The only Afro-Chilean community in Chile is located in Camarones.
People
Climate
| Population | 606 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,283 ft (696 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.0100°, -69.8669° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Arica y Parinacota Region |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.2 inches (5 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Camarones
Camarones is a small town in Chile (Arica y Parinacota Region) with a population of 606. The city sits at an elevation of 2,283 feet (696 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°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 | 61.6°F |
| 14% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,283 ft (696 m) |
| Area | 16.8 sq mi (43.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.0100°N, 69.8669°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 18.0 m | 25,000 | 128 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 4.6 m | 7 | 116 km |
| 1869 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 76 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 135 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 135 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 135 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 139 km |
| 1868 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 128 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taapaca (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 108 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 121 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°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 |
Camarones 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").
Schools in Camarones
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Valle de Camarones | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Camarones
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Airports Near Camarones
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chacalluta International Airport | ARI | Medium Airport |
| El Buitre Airport | — | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Camarones
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Desembocadura de Camarones |
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What is the population of Camarones?
Camarones has a population of 606 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 16.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Camarones?
Camarones enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°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.