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Ercilla, Chile
Araucanía · Chile
Ercilla is a small city in Araucanía, Chile with a population of 8,466. Elevation: 1,027 ft (313 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ercilla
Ercilla is a Chilean town and commune in the Malleco Province, Araucanía Region. Its name is a tribute to Alonso de Ercilla, who wrote La Araucana.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,466 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.0632°, -72.3743° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Araucanía |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.4 inches (1,433 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ercilla
Ercilla is a small city in Chile (Araucanía) with a population of 8,466. The city sits at an elevation of 1,027 feet (313 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.4 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Area | 367.9 sq mi (952.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.0632°N, 72.3743°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 91 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 149 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 131 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 99 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 79 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 40 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolhuaca (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 69 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 77 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 83 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 90 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 107 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 116 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 125 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 143 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 156 km |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 159 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 169 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 62°F (16°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 9.3 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 44°F (6°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in |
Ercilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Ercilla
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Lenfuen | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Tecnico Profesional Pailahueque | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Leonardo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Tricauco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Temocuicui | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Chacaimapu | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Francisco de Asís | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Alonso de Ercilla y Zúñiga | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Salvador Allende | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ercilla
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio la Sureña | - | MP3 | |
| Cadenza Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Ercilla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico de Collipulli |
Libraries in Ercilla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de Ercilla | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ercilla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ercilla Kudau Mapu | |||||
| Vega Techada |
Restaurants in Ercilla
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ercilla
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ercilla
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ercilla
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ercilla
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ercilla
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ercilla
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maquehue Airport | PZS | Medium Airport |
| Victoria Airport | ZIC | Medium Airport |
| Agromanzún Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agua Buena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ainhoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cholguahue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Curacautín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Del Bío Bío Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Huachi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Tovarías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guadaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colmena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Verónica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| María Dolores Airport | LSQ | Small Airport |
| María Ester Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mininco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Poco a Poco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Luisa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Traiguén Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ercilla
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ercilla
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Ejercito de Chile | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal | |
| Iglesia Metodista Pentecostal | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Nazareth | |
| Parroquia San Judas Tadeo | |
| Templo Evangélico Misionero |
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What is the population of Ercilla?
Ercilla has a population of 8,466 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 367.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ercilla?
Ercilla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.4 inches.