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Coelemu, Chile

Ñuble · Chile

Coelemu is a small city in Ñuble, Chile with a population of 15,711. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

15,711 Population 93/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
42.1 in Annual Rain
America / Santiago Timezone

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About Coelemu

Coelemu

Coelemu is a Chilean commune and city in Itata Province, Ñuble Region. According to the 2002 census, the commune population was 16,082 and has an area of 342.3 km2 (132 sq mi).

People

Population15,711
Density93/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Population15,711
Population Density93 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates-36.4874°, -72.7032°
TimezoneAmerica/Santiago
Country🇨🇱 Chile
State / ProvinceÑuble
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation42.1 inches (1,070 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Coelemu

Coelemu is a small city in Chile (Ñuble) with a population of 15,711. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.

Climate in Coelemu

Coelemu has an average annual temperature of 13.5°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.8°C), the coldest is Jul (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 576 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.6°C / 69°F 7.4° / 38.5° 9.6
Feb 20.8°C / 69°F 8.8° / 38.9° 1.8
Mar 17.8°C / 64°F 6.2° / 34.8° 11.0
Apr 13.8°C / 57°F 3.4° / 30.5° 44.6
May 9.8°C / 50°F -1.3° / 22.7° 74.0
Jun 8.4°C / 47°F -2° / 18.6° 202.1
Jul 7.2°C / 45°F -1.8° / 16.4° 84.9
Aug 7.8°C / 46°F -1.6° / 18.9° 64.6
Sep 9.2°C / 49°F -0.1° / 22.3° 49.5
Oct 11.9°C / 53°F 1.4° / 27.3° 21.2
Nov 15.5°C / 60°F 3.6° / 32.3° 10.7
Dec 19°C / 66°F 6.5° / 37° 2.2
Coelemu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above Chile avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area168.3 sq mi (435.8 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates-36.4874°N, 72.7032°W
TimezoneAmerica/Santiago

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"
11% above Chile avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.51"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,727 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M8.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 22, 2025.

Feb 27, 2010 2010 Maule, Chile Earthquake M8.8 44 km
Mar 25, 2012 23 km NE of Constitución, Chile M7.1 150 km
Feb 11, 2011 21 km N of Tomé, Chile M6.9 24 km
Mar 16, 2010 52 km NNW of Tomé, Chile M6.7 58 km
Sep 29, 2019 70 km WSW of Constitución, Chile M6.7 120 km
Feb 14, 2011 38 km W of Constitución, Chile M6.7 124 km
Mar 5, 2010 23 km WNW of Talcahuano, Chile M6.6 63 km
May 3, 2004 11 km N of Cañete, Chile M6.6 148 km
Jun 20, 2015 74 km WNW of Talcahuano, Chile M6.4 100 km
Jun 1, 2011 4 km NW of Lebu, Chile M6.3 150 km
Mar 30, 2023 105 km WSW of Constitución, Chile M6.3 116 km
Apr 21, 1990 15 km WNW of Coronel, Chile M6.3 77 km
Mar 18, 2015 75 km NW of Tomé, Chile M6.2 84 km
Sep 9, 2010 23 km WNW of Lota, Chile M6.2 88 km
May 14, 1990 18 km ESE of Linares, Chile M6.2 131 km
Mar 15, 2010 76 km NW of Quirihue, Chile M6.2 87 km
Oct 30, 2013 89 km W of Constitución, Chile M6.2 145 km
Feb 27, 2010 36 km NW of Tomé, Chile M6.1 48 km
Mar 5, 2010 14 km NW of Talcahuano, Chile M6.1 49 km
Feb 12, 2011 13 km SSE of Chiguayante, Chile M6.1 64 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

7 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 44 km
1835 CENTRAL CHILE Earthquake 24.0 m 53 48 km
1751 CENTRAL CHILE Earthquake 3.5 m 65 63 km
1923 CENTRAL CHILE Unknown 1.5 m - 131 km
2011 CENTRAL CHILE Earthquake 0.2 m - 38 km
1657 CENTRAL CHILE Earthquake - 40 48 km
1570 CENTRAL CHILE Earthquake - 2,000 39 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chillan, Nevados de (126 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chillan, Nevados de Stratovolcano 3,180 m (10,433 ft) 2020 126 km
Antuco Stratovolcano 2,979 m (9,774 ft) 1869 158 km
San Pedro-Pellado Stratovolcano(es) 3,621 m (11,880 ft) Unknown 175 km
Callaqui Stratovolcano 3,164 m (10,381 ft) 1980 194 km
Azul, Cerro Stratovolcano 3,788 m (12,428 ft) 1967 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 6.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 10.5 in Wettest
July 47°F (8°C) 7.4 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
November 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
December 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in

Coelemu has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 47°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.5") and February the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Coelemu

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Básica Villa Denecán - - - -
Escuela Guarilihue Alto - - - -
Colegio Clementina Maureira - - - -
Escuela Santa Teresita - - - -
Escuela Francisco Pino - - - -
Escuela Villa Jesus de Coelemu - - - -
Escuela República de Paraguay - - - -
Escuela Valle Lonquén - - - -
Escuela G-73 Magdalena - - - -
Escuela María Teresa Marchant Contreras - - - -
Liceo Bicentenario Domingo Ortiz de Rozas - - - -
Escuela Básica Cana Dulce - - - -
Colegio de adultos cumbres del itata - - - -
Escuela Toroico - - - -
Escuela Básica Minas de Leuque - - - -
Escuela Buena Fe de Tubul - - - -
Escuela Santa Filomena - - - -
Escuela Guarilihue Bajo - - - -
Escuela Cerro Alto - - - -
Escuela Caravanchel - - - -
Escuela Huaro - - - -
Escuela de Lenguaje Sendero Magico - - - -
Escuela de Lenguaje Flor de Jazmin - - - -
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Radio Stations near Coelemu

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cooperativa música y noticias MP3 48 kbps
Bío-Bío Concepción 98.1 music, news AAC+
Radio Interamericana oldies AAC+ 128 kbps
Llacolén pop, rock MP3 320 kbps
Radiofavoritaranchera - MP3
ADN - AAC+ 56 kbps
RADIO 24/7 - MP3 320 kbps
Radio UdeC - Universidad de Concepción classical, jazz MP3 64 kbps
CTM Radio - OGG
Radio UdeC - MP3 64 kbps
Radio Universidad del Bío-Bío - MP3 128 kbps
Femenina FM musica romantica, news MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Coelemu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Itata Museo Antropológico
Museo Batalla de Membrillar
Museo Moñuga
Museo Provincial Itata

Libraries in Coelemu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Coelemu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Caleta Villa Rica
Caleta Villa Rica
Mercado Municipal de Quirihue

Hotels in Coelemu

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coelemu
Hostal Fresamar

Restaurants in Coelemu

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cedrus Restorant
Coelemu Restaurant
Restaurante Villablanca
Rincón Coelemano

Monuments in Coelemu

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Puente viejo sobre el Río Itata

Clinics in Coelemu

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CESFAM Treguaco
Consultorio Trehuaco

Bus Stations in Coelemu

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Terminal de Buses Coelemu
Turbus

Gas Stations in Coelemu

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Copec
Servicentro Itata
Terpel

Banks in Coelemu

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Estado

Gyms in Coelemu

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gimnasio Nova

Stadiums & Teams in Coelemu

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Airports Near Coelemu

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carriel Sur International AirportCCPLarge Airport
Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins AirportYAIMedium Airport
Alto Cauquenes Airport-Small Airport
El Arenal Airport-Small Airport
El Boldo Airport-Small Airport
El Litral Airport-Small Airport
El Patagual Airport-Small Airport
Fundo El Carmen Airport-Small Airport
James Conrad Airport-Small Airport
José Abel Sepúlveda Aerodrome-Small Airport
La Playa Airport-Small Airport
Los Morros Airport-Small Airport
Piedra Negra Airport-Small Airport
Rucamalen Airport-Small Airport
Santa Eugenia Airport-Small Airport
Siberia Airport-Small Airport
Torreón Airport-Small Airport
Trilahue Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Coelemu

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chilexpress
Correos de Chile

Churches & Religious Organizations in Coelemu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia Metodista Pentecostal de Chile
Parroquia Inmaculado Corazón de María

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Santiago
Elevation
33 m (108 ft)
Area
342.3 km² (132.1 mi²)
Founded
1891
Website
municipalidaddecoelemu.cl/

🇨🇱 About Chile

Capital Santiago
Population 18,729,160
Area 756,950 km²
GDP (USD) $335,518,054,098
GDP per capita $17,067
HDI 0.860
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 94.5%
Urban population 88.8%
Currency CLP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +56
TLD .cl
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Chile

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Sábado Santo
May 1 Labour Day Día del Trabajo
May 21 Navy Day Día de las Glorias Navales
Jun 7 Battle of Arica Asalto y Toma del Morro de Arica
Jun 21 National Day of Indigenous Peoples Día Nacional de los Pueblos Indígenas
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 16 Our Lady of Mount Carmel Virgen del Carmen
Aug 15 Assumption of Mary Asunción de la Virgen
Sep 18 National holiday Fiestas Patrias
Sep 19 Army Day Día de las Glorias del Ejército
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día del Descubrimiento de Dos Mundos
Oct 31 Reformation Day Día Nacional de las Iglesias Evangélicas y Protestantes
Nov 1 All Saints Day Día de Todos los Santos
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad / Natividad del Señor

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Frequently Asked Questions About Coelemu

What is the population of Coelemu?

Coelemu has a population of 15,711 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 93 people per square mile, spread across 168.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Coelemu?

Coelemu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches.

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