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El Carmen, Chile
Biobío · Chile
El Carmen is a small city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 12,277. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Carmen
El Carmen is a Chilean commune and town in Diguillín Province, Ñuble Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,277 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.2913°, -72.0371° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.9 inches (1,394 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Carmen
El Carmen is a small city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 12,277. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet (153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.9 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in El Carmen
El Carmen has an average annual temperature of 13.7°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Jul (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 913 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Area | 576.9 sq mi (1,494.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -36.2913°N, 72.0371°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 29.0 m (95 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 29.0 m | 558 | 80 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 107 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 117 km |
| 1928 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 279 | 144 km |
| 1923 | CENTRAL CHILE | Unknown | 1.5 m | — | 112 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 100 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 40 | 107 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chillan, Nevados de (87 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
| San Pedro-Pellado | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,621 m (11,880 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Azul, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,788 m (12,428 ft) | 1967 | 135 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 138 km |
| Descabezado Grande | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,953 m (12,969 ft) | 1933 | 140 km |
| Maule, Laguna del | Caldera | 2,162 m (7,093 ft) | -50 | 141 km |
| Domuyo | Stratovolcano | 4,702 m (15,427 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Calabozos | Caldera | 3,508 m (11,509 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Planchon-Peteroa | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,977 m (13,048 ft) | 2019 | 178 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 188 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 7.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 7.7 in | |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in |
El Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 48°F in June to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in El Carmen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Belen | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Millauquen | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Carmen
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Cariñosa | musica latina | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Contigo | christian, cueca | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Contexto Ñuble | non-profit | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Discusión | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Isadora | — | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Radio Ancoa La Radio de Linares | deportes, entretenimiento | MP3 56 kbps |
Museums in El Carmen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Violeta Parra |
Libraries in El Carmen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Eusebio Lillo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal San Nicolás | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica 11 de Septiembre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Carmen
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Libre Emilio Bastías Villagra | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Carlos |
Train Stations in El Carmen
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Carmen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Carmen
32 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport | YAI | Medium Airport |
| Achibueno Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alto Cauquenes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atacalco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colorado Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Copihue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Almendro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Arenal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Boldo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Litral Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Parrón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Salto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fundo El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fundo La Caña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hospital Villa Baviera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| James Conrad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| José Abel Sepúlveda Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Las Alpacas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Moras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Maitenes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Municipal de Linares Airport | ZLR | Small Airport |
| Piedra Negra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pullami Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucamalen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Andrés Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Guillermo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Javier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Eugenia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa María de Mingre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Marta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Torreón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Verfrut Sur Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of El Carmen?
El Carmen has a population of 12,277 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 576.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Carmen?
El Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches.