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La Higuera, Chile
Coquimbo Region · Chile
La Higuera is a small town in Coquimbo Region, Chile with a population of 4,285. Elevation: 1,929 ft (588 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Higuera
La Higuera is a small village in Bolivia located in the Province of Vallegrande, in the Department of Santa Cruz. It is situated in the La Higuera Canton belonging to the Pucará Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,285 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,929 ft (588 m) |
| Coordinates | -29.5120°, -71.2019° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Coquimbo Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Higuera
La Higuera is a small town in Chile (Coquimbo Region) with a population of 4,285. The city sits at an elevation of 1,929 feet (588 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 2.4 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 332 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,929 ft (588 m) |
| Area | 1,944.5 sq mi (5,036.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -29.5120°N, 71.2019°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1849 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 5.0 m | — | 51 km |
| 1869 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 58 km |
| 1955 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 1 | 94 km |
| 2015 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 78 km |
| 2019 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 104 km |
| 1995 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 71 km |
| 1903 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.3 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in |
La Higuera has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 51°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 2.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (0.7") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Higuera
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Pedro Pablo Muñoz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica San Andrés | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Andrés de Cruz Grande | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Higuera
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FM Oyeme | música, noticias | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Vale FM CHILE | adult contemporary, clasic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guayacán | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Iglesia Cristiana La Serena | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio El Faro (AR) | radio cristiana | MP3 128 kbps |
Clinics in La Higuera
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Higuera
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Florida Airport | LSC | Medium Airport |
| Domeyko Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Huancara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Tacas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pelícano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gaviota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tambillos Airport | COW | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Higuera
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
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What is the population of La Higuera?
La Higuera has a population of 4,285 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,944.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Higuera?
La Higuera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 2.4 inches.