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Curanilahue, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Curanilahue is a mid-size city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 32,000. Elevation: 463 ft (141 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Curanilahue
Curanilahue is a Chilean commune and city in Arauco Province, Biobío Region. Its name comes from Mapundungun "Cura", meaning "Stone", and "Nilahue" meaning "Ford".
People
Climate
| Population | 32,000 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.4779°, -73.3450° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.0 inches (1,474 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Curanilahue
Curanilahue is a mid-size city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 32,000. The city sits at an elevation of 463 feet (141 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Curanilahue
Curanilahue has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.3°C), the coldest is Jul (6.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 420 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Area | 464.5 sq mi (1,203.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.4779°N, 73.3450°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 74 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 77 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 61 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 60 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 45 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 113 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 40 | 77 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Callaqui (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 174 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 176 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 176 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 184 km |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 187 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 195 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 10.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in |
Curanilahue has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 48°F in July to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.0") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Curanilahue
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Colico Sur | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela G-773 Colico Norte | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Plegarias | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 4 de Octubre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Los Confines | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela F1204 Santa Teresa de Los Andes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Independencia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Rayen Antu | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educación Integrado Adultos Fermin Fierro Luengo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Buena Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Golden House | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela D-758 Ramiro Roa | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Continental | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Gabriela Mistral | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pablo Neruda | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Polivalente Mariano Latorre | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Alonso de Ercilla | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Politécnico Curanilahue | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Padre Alberto Hurtado | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Curanilahue
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venus Radio Fm Chile | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kawaii Anime Radio | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Rural Chile | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Catalina | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Tropikal Ranchera | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio El Carbón | news | MP3 112 kbps |
Museums in Curanilahue
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico, Minero y Paleontológico Profesor Óscar Seguel Morales | ||||
| Museo Interactivo Recreación de una Mina de Carbón |
Libraries in Curanilahue
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Los Álamos | 0.0 |
Hotels in Curanilahue
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Curanilahue
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Curanilahue
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Curanilahue
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Curanilahue
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Curanilahue
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Curanilahue
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Curanilahue
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carriel Sur International Airport | CCP | Large Airport |
| El Patagual Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guadaba Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Playa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Misiones Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pehuenches Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Sur Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Curanilahue
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Curanilahue
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia del Señor de Chile | |
| Iglesia Ejército Evangélico de Chile | |
| Kingdom Hall Jehovah Witness | |
| Parroquia San José |
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What is the population of Curanilahue?
Curanilahue has a population of 32,000 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 464.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Curanilahue?
Curanilahue has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.0 inches.