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Canela, Chile
Coquimbo Region · Chile
Canela is a small city in Coquimbo Region, Chile with a population of 9,182. Elevation: 5,699 ft (1,737 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Canela
Canela is one of four communes in the Choapa Province of Chile's north-central IV Coquimbo Region. The capital is the town of Canela Baja.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,182 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,699 ft (1,737 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.5833°, -70.8500° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Coquimbo Region |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.0 inches (203 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canela
Canela is a small city in Chile (Coquimbo Region) with a population of 9,182. The city sits at an elevation of 5,699 feet (1,737 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,699 ft (1,737 m) |
| Area | 1,434.0 sq mi (3,714.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.5833°N, 70.8500°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.6 m (45 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2015 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 13.6 m | 15 | 78 km |
| 1730 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 5 | 119 km |
| 1943 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 11 | 143 km |
| 1971 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 83 | 107 km |
| 1973 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
Canela has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 44°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and December the driest (0.0").
Schools in Canela
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela La Capilla | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Jarillas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Carén | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Canela
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Encanto 88.5 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Canela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Salamanca |
Libraries in Canela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Airports Near Canela
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aucó Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Peral Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Sobrante Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Pelícana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Viña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pelambres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Pintacura Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pedro Villarroel C. Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pichidangui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Chungo Airport | — | Small Airport |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Canela
What is the population of Canela?
Canela has a population of 9,182 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 1,434.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canela?
Canela has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.0 inches.