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Illapel, Chile
Coquimbo Region · Chile
Illapel is a small city in Coquimbo Region, Chile with a population of 22,816. Elevation: 1,024 ft (312 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Illapel
Illapel is a Chilean city, which is the capital of the Choapa Province, Coquimbo Region. It lies along the Illapel River and marks the country's narrowest point along a parallel (94 km). It is located to the east of Los Vilos.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,816 |
| Population Density | 8,983 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.6335°, -71.1697° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Coquimbo Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 7.8 inches (198 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Illapel
Illapel is a small city in Chile (Coquimbo Region) with a population of 22,816. The city sits at an elevation of 1,024 feet (312 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.8 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Illapel
Illapel has an average annual temperature of 16.2°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.5°C), the coldest is Jul (12.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 88 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,983/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.6335°N, 71.1697°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.6 m (45 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2015 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 13.6 m | 15 | 48 km |
| 1730 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 5 | 101 km |
| 1943 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 11 | 126 km |
| 1971 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 83 | 96 km |
| 1973 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 101 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 0.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in |
Illapel has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 49°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 7.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Illapel
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Politécnico Illapel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Choapa Lindo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Clemencia Villarroel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Villa Los Naranjos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial La Colonia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Jorquera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Romualdo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San RafaEl de Rozas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial De Trastornos De La Comunicacion Pluma De Oro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial Alcazar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Jorge Aracena Ramos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial de Trastorno de la Comunicación Cuna de Condores | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Particular Luis Alberto Vera | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Domingo Ortiz de Rozas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Adultos F-348 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Politécnico Illapel | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Teresa | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Particular Luis Alberto Vera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Rafael De Rozas | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Domingo Ortiz De Rozas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Isidro de Cuz Cuz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela PuntilLa Norte | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Manantial | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Ignacio de Loyola | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Cañas de Michío | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Macuco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 18 de Septiembre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Herminia Ramos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Quebrada El Peral | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Juan Carrasco Risco | - | - | - | - |
| Scholl Valle del Choapa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Asiento Viejo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Illapel
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Encanto 88.5 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Illapel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura de Illapel | ||||
| Museo Salamanca |
Libraries in Illapel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Illapel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Abastos Illapel |
Hotels in Illapel
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Illapel
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Illapel
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Illapel
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Illapel
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Illapel
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Illapel
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Illapel
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Illapel
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Illapel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Illapel
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aucó Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Peral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Sobrante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Pelícana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Viña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Pelambres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Pintacura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pedro Villarroel C. Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pichidangui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Chungo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Illapel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Illapel
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Asiento Viejo | |
| Nuestra Señora de Fatima | |
| Parroquia San Rafael |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Illapel?
Illapel has a population of 22,816 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 8,983 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Illapel?
Illapel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.8 inches.