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Camiña, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
Camiña is a small town in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 1,335. Elevation: 7,933 ft (2,418 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Camiña
Camiña is a Chilean commune and village in El Tamarugal Province, Tarapacá Region. According to the 2002 census, the commune population was 1,275 and has an area of 2,200.2 km2 (850 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,335 |
| Population Density | 630 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,933 ft (2,418 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.3129°, -69.4261° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Camiña
Camiña is a small town in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 1,335. The city sits at an elevation of 7,933 feet (2,418 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.4 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,933 ft (2,418 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 630/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.3129°N, 69.4261°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 145 km |
| 1869 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 90 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 121 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 121 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Parinacota (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 131 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 135 km |
| Tacora | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,980 m (19,619 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.1 in |
Camiña has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 43°F in June to 54°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 3.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (1.6") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Camiña
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Cuisama | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Quistagama | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Apamilca | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Yala Yala | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Camiña | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Camiña | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Chapiquilta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Moquella | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Camiña
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Camiña
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Camiña
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Camiña
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Camiña | |
| Templo Adventista | |
| Templo Evangélico Pentecostal |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Camiña
What is the population of Camiña?
Camiña has a population of 1,335 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 630 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Camiña?
Camiña has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.4 inches.