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Cunco, Chile
Araucanía · Chile
Cunco is a small city in Araucanía, Chile with a population of 15,628. Elevation: 1,211 ft (369 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cunco
Cunco is a Chilean commune and city in Cautín Province, Araucanía Region. The town is located 60 km southeast of the city of Temuco and 77 km west of Icalma International Pass.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,628 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,211 ft (369 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.9318°, -72.0315° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Araucanía |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.2 inches (2,139 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cunco
Cunco is a small city in Chile (Araucanía) with a population of 15,628. The city sits at an elevation of 1,211 feet (369 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.2 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Cunco
Cunco has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.1°C), the coldest is Jul (3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 663 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 186 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,211 ft (369 m) |
| Area | 915.0 sq mi (2,369.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.9318°N, 72.0315°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | 148 km |
| 1575 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | 1,321 | 139 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Llaima (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 37 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 43 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 44 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 55 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 68 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 73 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 77 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 91 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Mocho-Choshuenco | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,422 m (7,946 ft) | 1937 | 111 km |
| Huanquihue Group | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,189 m (7,182 ft) | 1750 | 113 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 123 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 141 km |
| Blanca, Laguna | Volcanic field | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 12.7 in | |
| June | 43°F (6°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 42°F (6°C) | 13.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 10.7 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in |
Cunco has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in July to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 84.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.6") and February the driest (2.5").
Schools in Cunco
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Villa García | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA G 598, LOS LINGUES | - | - | - | - |
| CEIA Acropolis | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Faja 2.000 Huichahue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica San Enrique Faja 10.000 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Paulo Aravena | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Leufuche | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Llaullahue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Quecherehue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Leovigildo Kley | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Politécnico Santa Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Las Hortensias | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular La Dehesa | - | - | - | - |
| Juan Pablo II Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Atenea | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cunco
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio la Sureña | - | MP3 |
Museums in Cunco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cunco Anthropological Museum |
Hotels in Cunco
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cunco
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cunco
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cunco
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cunco
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cunco
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cunco
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cunco
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cunco
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Cunco
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Ski Pucón | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cunco
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Araucanía International Airport | ZCO | Large Airport |
| Maquehue Airport | PZS | Medium Airport |
| Victoria Airport | ZIC | Medium Airport |
| Agromanzún Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ainhoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Curacautín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Curimanque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Tovarías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colmena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Verónica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lago Colico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Llollenorte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Guayes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malloco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| María Ester Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Melipeuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Municipal de Panguipulli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pucón Airport | ZPC | Small Airport |
| Roberto Chavéz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Traiguén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Portales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villarrica Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cunco
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cunco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangélica Los Lingues |
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cunco
What is the population of Cunco?
Cunco has a population of 15,628 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 915.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cunco?
Cunco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.2 inches.