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Colchane, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
Colchane is a small town in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 1,728. Elevation: 12,195 ft (3,717 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).
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About Colchane
Colchane is a Chilean village and commune in Tamarugal Province, Tarapacá Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,728 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,195 ft (3,717 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.2759°, -68.6376° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 45°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 6.5 inches (165 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colchane
Colchane is a small town in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 1,728. The city sits at an elevation of 12,195 feet (3,717 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 6.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,195 ft (3,717 m) |
| Area | 5,099.6 sq mi (13,207.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.2759°N, 68.6376°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jayu Khota, Laguna (128 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jayu Khota, Laguna | Maar(s) | 3,650 m (11,975 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Parinacota | Stratovolcano | 6,336 m (20,787 ft) | 290 | 134 km |
| Taapaca | Complex | 5,860 m (19,226 ft) | -320 | 159 km |
| Pampa Luxsar | Volcanic field | 5,543 m (18,186 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
| Olca-Paruma | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,705 m (18,717 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| June | 36°F (2°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 38°F (4°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in |
Colchane has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 36°F in June to 51°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 6.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.6") and May the driest (0.0").
Schools in Colchane
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Técnico Profesional Colchane | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica Pisiga Choque | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Colchane
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Colchane
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Colchane
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colchane
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Achauta | |
| Iglesia de Isluga |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Colchane?
Colchane has a population of 1,728 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,099.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colchane?
Colchane has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 6.5 inches.