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Contulmo, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Contulmo is a small city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 5,838. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Contulmo
Contulmo is a Chilean town and commune in Arauco Province, Biobío Region. Colonized by Germans of Berlin since 1884.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,838 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.0156°, -73.2299° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Contulmo
Contulmo is a small city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 5,838. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 313.7 sq mi (812.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.0156°N, 73.2299°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 25.0 m (82 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 25.0 m | 2,226 | 21 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 133 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 115 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 24 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 16 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 40 | 133 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 2,000 | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolhuaca (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 142 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 149 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 151 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 156 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 179 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 180 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 183 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 188 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in |
Contulmo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 46°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.2") and January the driest (1.3").
Schools in Contulmo
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Ernesto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Luis de Contulmo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Villa Elicura | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nahuelbuta Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Villa Rivas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Pichihuillinco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Álamo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Nueva Aurora | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Buchoco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Huillinco Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Nahuelbuta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Calebu G-842 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Irma Ramírez Sepúlveda | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Contulmo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadenza Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Tropikal Ranchera | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Contulmo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuerte Purén | ||||
| Molino Grollmus | ||||
| Museo de Capitán Pastene | ||||
| Museo de Contulmo | ||||
| Museo Histórico de Purén | ||||
| Museo Mapuche de Cañete "Ruka Kimvn Taiñ Volil Juan Antonio Cayupi Huechicura" |
Libraries in Contulmo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Muncipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Eugenio Pfaff | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Contulmo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Cañete | |||||
| Muebles Purén |
Hotels in Contulmo
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Contulmo
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Contulmo
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Contulmo
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Contulmo
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Contulmo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Contulmo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Contulmo
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Del Bío Bío Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guadaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Isla Mocha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colmena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Misiones Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lequecahue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Pehuenches Airport | - | Small Airport |
| María Ester Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta El Saco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Traiguén Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Contulmo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia pentecostal |
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What is the population of Contulmo?
Contulmo has a population of 5,838 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 313.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Contulmo?
Contulmo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches.