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Chanco, Chile
Maule Region · Chile
Chanco is a small city in Maule Region, Chile with a population of 9,003. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chanco
Chanco is a name traditionally assigned to a Native American who is said to have warned a Jamestown colonist, Richard Pace, about an impending Powhatan attack in 1622.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,003 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.7367°, -72.5331° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Maule Region |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.2 inches (819 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chanco
Chanco is a small city in Chile (Maule Region) with a population of 9,003. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 271.3 sq mi (702.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.7367°N, 72.5331°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 29.0 m (95 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 29.0 m | 558 | 54 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 130 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 147 km |
| 1928 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 279 | 95 km |
| 1923 | CENTRAL CHILE | Unknown | 1.5 m | - | 46 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 98 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 40 | 130 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 2,000 | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Pedro-Pellado (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Pedro-Pellado | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,621 m (11,880 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Azul, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,788 m (12,428 ft) | 1967 | 160 km |
| Descabezado Grande | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,953 m (12,969 ft) | 1933 | 162 km |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 163 km |
| Calabozos | Caldera | 3,508 m (11,509 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
| Planchon-Peteroa | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,977 m (13,048 ft) | 2019 | 187 km |
| Maule, Laguna del | Caldera | 2,162 m (7,093 ft) | -50 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 6.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 0.6 in |
Chanco has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 49°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.3").
Schools in Chanco
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Reloca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Los Peumos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Gabriela Mistral | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela las Dunas de Chanco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Primavera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Carreras Cortas | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo federico Albert Faupp | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Polhuin | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ricardo Salgado | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Antonieta León Verdugo | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Federico Albert | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Los Héroes | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo de Pelluhue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Ambosio | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chanco
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Chanco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Reconstrucción | ||||
| Museo Histórico y Cultural de Cauquenes |
Libraries in Chanco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Chanco | 0.0 |
Hotels in Chanco
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chanco
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chanco
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chanco
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chanco
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chanco
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chanco
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chanco
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chanco
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chanco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chanco
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alto Cauquenes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Almendro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Arenal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Boldo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Salto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| José Abel Sepúlveda Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Las Mercedes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Licancel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Morros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Piedra Negra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quivolgo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Guillermo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Eugenia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa María de Mingre Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chanco
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chanco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San Ambrosio |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chanco
What is the population of Chanco?
Chanco has a population of 9,003 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 271.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chanco?
Chanco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.