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Combarbalá, Chile
Coquimbo Region · Chile
Combarbalá is a small city in Coquimbo Region, Chile with a population of 13,605. Elevation: 2,913 ft (888 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Combarbalá
Combarbalá is the capital city of the commune of Combarbala. It is located in the Limarí Province, Region of Coquimbo, at an elevation of 900 m (2,952 ft). It is known for the tourist astronomic observatory Cruz del Sur; the petroglyphs of Rincon las Chilcas; its typical handcraft made of the unique combarbalita stone; the classical basketball match at the end February; the Virgen de la Piedra catholic-pagan festivity, among other tourist attractions.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,605 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,913 ft (888 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.1786°, -71.0030° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Coquimbo Region |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.6 inches (194 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Combarbalá
Combarbalá is a small city in Chile (Coquimbo Region) with a population of 13,605. The city sits at an elevation of 2,913 feet (888 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.6 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Combarbalá
Combarbalá has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (21°C), the coldest is Jul (13°C). Average annual precipitation is 54 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,913 ft (888 m) |
| Area | 1,099.6 sq mi (2,848.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.1786°N, 71.0030°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 | 77 km |
| 1849 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 141 km |
| 1869 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.0 m | - | 137 km |
| 1943 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 11 | 106 km |
| 1971 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 83 | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 0.8 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in |
Combarbalá has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 45°F in July to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Combarbalá
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Particular subvencionada N°16 Los Sapos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial y Lenguaje Rocío | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela América de Combarbalá | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Juanita Fernández Solar | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Samuel Román Rojas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica San Francisco de Borja | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Irene Morales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Violeta Parra Sandoval | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Nº18 Los Llanos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular subvencionada N°16 Los Sapos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Luis Enrique Bou Pérez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Camilo Henríquez González - Jardín infantil Los Conejitos | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Isidro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Caupolicán | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica El Bosque de Quillay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela América del Sur | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Combarbalá
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Encanto 88.5 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Combarbalá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública N°225 Pedro Regalado Segundo Videla Órdenes | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Combarbalá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrio Artesanal |
Hotels in Combarbalá
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Combarbalá
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Combarbalá
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Combarbalá
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Combarbalá
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Combarbalá
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Combarbalá
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Combarbalá
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Combarbalá
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Combarbalá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Combarbalá
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aucó Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Peral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tuqui Airport | OVL | Small Airport |
| Estancia Los Loros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fray Jorge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huayanay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Pelícana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Pelambres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Tricahues Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Pintacura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pedro Villarroel C. Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Chungo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Adriana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Tabalí Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tabalí Bajo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Combarbalá
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Comunitario de Rehabilitación CCR Combarbalá - Mesa Comunal de Discapacidad |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Combarbalá
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Combarbalá | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal de Combarbalá | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal de Pama Arriba | |
| Salón del Reino de los testigos de Jehová | |
| Templo Adventista del 7mo. Día |
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What is the population of Combarbalá?
Combarbalá has a population of 13,605 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,099.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Combarbalá?
Combarbalá has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.6 inches.