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Futaleufú, Chile
Los Lagos Region · Chile
Futaleufú is a small town in Los Lagos Region, Chile with a population of 2,297. Elevation: 1,152 ft (351 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Futaleufú
Futaleufú is a Chilean town and commune located in Northern Patagonia. Located at the confluence of the Espolon and Futaleufú river valleys, the town is approximately 10 kilometers from the Argentine border. Futaleufú is the provincial capital of Palena Province, Los Lagos Region. Futaleufú, known locally as “Futa,” is a frontier town with a growing tourism industry based on adventure tourism—most specifically whitewater rafting—but also fishing, mountain biking, trekking, and canyoning. Due to its proximity to the Argentine border, Futaleufú is most easily accessed from airports in Esquel and Bariloche, Argentina. Other tourists access the town through the Northern Patagonia Airport in Chaiten, or vía a system of ferries that leave from the closest major Chilean city, Puerto Montt.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,297 |
| Population Density | 4,417 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.1849°, -71.8672° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Los Lagos Region |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.1 inches (20 cm) |
About Futaleufú
Futaleufú is a small town in Chile (Los Lagos Region) with a population of 2,297. The city sits at an elevation of 1,152 feet (351 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 34°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.9°F |
| 15% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,152 ft (351 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,417/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.1849°N, 71.8672°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Michinmahuida (64 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Michinmahuida | Stratovolcano | 2,452 m (8,045 ft) | 1835 | 64 km |
| Huequi | Lava dome(s) | 1,318 m (4,324 ft) | 1920 | 107 km |
| Apagado | Pyroclastic cone | 1,210 m (3,970 ft) | -590 | 156 km |
| Crater Basalt Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 36°F (2°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 34°F (1°C) | 8.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 37°F (3°C) | 6.8 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in |
Futaleufú has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 34°F in July to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 59.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (8.2") and February the driest (2.6").
Schools in Futaleufú
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural El Límite | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Futaleufú | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Lonconao | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Las Escalas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Futaleufú | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Futaleufú
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Futaleufú
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Futaleufu History Museum |
Hotels in Futaleufú
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Futaleufú
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Futaleufú
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Futaleufú
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Futaleufú
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Futaleufú
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Futaleufú
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Futaleufú
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Hoya | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Futaleufú
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Esquel Brigadier Antonio Parodi International Airport | EQS | Medium Airport |
| Alto Palena Airport | WAP | Small Airport |
| Caleta Gonzalo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cholila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Amarillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Corcovado Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estancia Caridad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Futaleufú Airport | FFU | Small Airport |
| Pillán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Reñihúe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trevelin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Vodudahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Futaleufú
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos Chile |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Futaleufú
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Los Alerces National Park | Natural | 2017 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Futaleufú
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia del Señor Apostólica | |
| Iglesia Futaleufú | |
| Salón de Reino de los Testigos de Jehová | |
| Templo Evangélico Futaleufú | |
| Templo Evangélico Socios El Limite |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
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What is the population of Futaleufú?
Futaleufú has a population of 2,297 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 4,417 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Futaleufú?
Futaleufú has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 34°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.