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Gorbea, Chile
Araucanía · Chile
Gorbea is a small city in Araucanía, Chile with a population of 14,414. Elevation: 315 ft (96 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gorbea
Gorbea or Gorbeia is a mountain and massif in the Basque Country, Spain. It is the highest summit in Biscay and Álava, with a height of 1,482 metres (4,862 ft) above sea level. The massif covers a wide area between the two provinces. The main summit is a round grass-covered mountain crowned by a 17-metre-tall metallic cross. Historically, it was one of the five montes bocineros of Biscay, from where meetings to the Juntas Generales of the Lordship of Biscay were announced.
People
Climate
| Population | 14,414 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Coordinates | -39.1016°, -72.6760° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Araucanía |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,702 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gorbea
Gorbea is a small city in Chile (Araucanía) with a population of 14,414. The city sits at an elevation of 315 feet (96 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Gorbea
Gorbea has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F). The hottest month is Feb (18.5°C), the coldest is Jul (6.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 640 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 315 ft (96 m) |
| Area | 330.1 sq mi (855.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -39.1016°N, 72.6760°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | 124 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 142 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 145 km |
| 1575 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | - | 1,321 | 90 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Villarrica (73 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 73 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 82 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 93 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 94 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 101 km |
| Mocho-Choshuenco | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,422 m (7,946 ft) | 1937 | 107 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 117 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 124 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 126 km |
| Huanquihue Group | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,189 m (7,182 ft) | 1750 | 128 km |
| Carran-Los Venados | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,114 m (3,655 ft) | 1979 | 148 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 169 km |
| Puyehue-Cordon Caulle | Stratovolcano | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 2012 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 10.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in |
Gorbea has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 45°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Gorbea
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela de Adultos Trinidad | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Melirrehue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Las Quinientas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Cuarta Faja | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Faja Ricci | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Botacura | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular San Jose | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Presbitero José Agustín Gómez | - | - | - | - |
| Complejo Educacional Andrés Antonio Gorbea | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Los Perales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Basica Licarayén | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Basica Cinco | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Particular Juan Pablo II | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gorbea
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Bio Bio Temuco | news | AAC+ | |
| Radio Edelweiss | 90s, adult contemporary | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Universal Pitrufquen Chile | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| UFRO Radio | radio universitaria, university radio | AAC 149 kbps |
Museums in Gorbea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo San Martín |
Libraries in Gorbea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Cultural | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Gorbea
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gorbea
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gorbea
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gorbea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gorbea
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Araucanía International Airport | ZCO | Large Airport |
| Maquehue Airport | PZS | Medium Airport |
| Pichoy Airport | ZAL | Medium Airport |
| Agromanzún Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ainhoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Curimanque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Budi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Vergel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Tovarías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Verónica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lago Colico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Marías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Guayes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malloco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Molco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Municipal de Panguipulli Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roberto Chavéz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villarrica Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gorbea
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla | |
| Casa Pastoral Juan Pablo II | |
| Iglesia Catolica | |
| Iglesia del Dios Viviente de Gorbea | |
| Parroquia de Gorbea |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gorbea
What is the population of Gorbea?
Gorbea has a population of 14,414 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 330.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gorbea?
Gorbea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.