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Chinca, Ecuador
Esmeraldas · Ecuador
Chinca is a small town in Esmeraldas, Ecuador with a population of 0. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chinca
Chincha Alta, also known as simply Chincha, is a city located in the Ica Region of Peru. A major port at the mouth of the Chincha River, it is the capital of Chincha Province. The city has a population of about 233,000, making it the 17th largest city in Peru.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.7707°, -79.5683° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Esmeraldas |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.6 inches (2,835 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chinca
Chinca is a small town in Ecuador (Esmeraldas) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.6 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 331 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.7707°N, 79.5683°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | COLOMBIA: OFF SHORE, PACIFIC OCEAN | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 600 | 93 km |
| 1906 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 30 km |
| 2016 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 663 | 58 km |
| 2025 | ECUADOR | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 37 km |
| 1958 | COLOMBIA-ECUADOR | Earthquake | — | 115 | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuicocha (143 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 143 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 146 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 147 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 150 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Atacazo | Stratovolcano | 4,463 m (14,642 ft) | -320 | 164 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 164 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 181 km |
| Illiniza | Stratovolcano | 5,248 m (17,218 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 190 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 194 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 9.7 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in |
Chinca has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 76°F in September to 78°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 63.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.6") and November the driest (1.5").
Museums in Chinca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional de Arqueologia | ||||
| Museo Regional de Arqueologia |
Airports Near Chinca
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carlos Concha Torres International Airport | ESM | Large Airport |
| Km 192 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palpailón | — | Small Airport |
| Pedernales Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tapatla Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chinca
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Hemodialisis | ||
| Centro de Salud Tipo C Las Palmas | ||
| clinica del riñon RENAL CENTRO | ||
| CLINICA DEL RIÑON renal centro |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chinca
What is the weather like in Chinca?
Chinca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 331 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.6 inches.