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Huasco, Chile
Atacama · Chile
Huasco is a small city in Atacama, Chile with a population of 8,977. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huasco
Huasco is a Chilean city and commune, in the Huasco Province, Atacama Region. It is the central town of a mining district dominated by medium-scale mining.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,977 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | -28.4660°, -71.2228° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Atacama |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 1.6 inches (41 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huasco
Huasco is a small city in Chile (Atacama) with a population of 8,977. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.6 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 333 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 978.9 sq mi (2,535.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -28.4660°N, 71.2228°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.5 m (18 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1922 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 5.5 m | 700 | 136 km |
| 2015 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 139 km |
| 1995 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 53 km |
| 1903 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 22 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 0.2 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in |
Huasco has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 54°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (0.5") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Huasco
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela el Olivar | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial De Lenguaje Nueva Juventud | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Olivar | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Japón | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Mireya Zuleta Astudillo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica jose Miguel Carrera | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mireya Zuleta Astudillo | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Particular English College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Huasco
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Marcela | adulto joven, música | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Rebuena 95.7FM | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Huasco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edificio Los Portales |
Libraries in Huasco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Freirina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública José Santos Ossa | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Huasco
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Huasco
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Huasco
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Huasco
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huasco
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Huasco
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Huasco
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Vallenar Airport | VLR | Medium Airport |
| Domeyko Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Freirina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gran Cañon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pelícano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gaviota Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Huasco
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huasco
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Parroquial San Pedro Apóstol | |
| Iglesia Parroquial San Pedro Apóstol | |
| St. Francisco de Asís Square |
Quick Facts
🇨🇱 About Chile
Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huasco
What is the population of Huasco?
Huasco has a population of 8,977 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 978.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huasco?
Huasco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.6 inches.