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La Ligua, Chile
Valparaíso · Chile
La Ligua is a mid-size city in Valparaíso, Chile with a population of 32,131. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Ligua
La Ligua is a city and commune that is the capital of Petorca Province in the Valparaíso Region of Chile. Covering an area of 1,163.4 square kilometers (449.2 sq mi), the commune is situated within a diverse landscape of marine plains and transverse valleys, and is traversed by several rivers including the La Ligua and Petorca. It has a Mediterranean and semi-arid climate, with low annual precipitation and extended dry seasons. As of the 2022 census, La Ligua had a population of 31,987, with the majority residing in urban areas.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,131 |
| Population Density | 16,823 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Coordinates | -32.4524°, -71.2311° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Valparaíso |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 11.5 inches (292 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Ligua
La Ligua is a mid-size city in Chile (Valparaíso) with a population of 32,131. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 11.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in La Ligua
La Ligua has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.4°C), the coldest is Jul (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 123 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 315 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 16,823/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -32.4524°N, 71.2311°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 106 km |
| 1730 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 5 | 26 km |
| 1822 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.6 m | 72 | 94 km |
| 1985 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 180 | 88 km |
| 1906 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 4,000 | 94 km |
| 1971 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 83 | 6 km |
| 1973 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 26 km |
| 2017 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tupungatito (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tupungatito | Stratovolcano | 5,660 m (18,570 ft) | 1987 | 172 km |
| San Jose | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,070 m (19,915 ft) | 1960 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| July | 53°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in |
La Ligua has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 53°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 11.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in La Ligua
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Formación Técnica PUCV. La Ligua | College | - | , |
Schools in La Ligua
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Pulmahue | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Maese Da Vinci | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Pukalán | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Portales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ministro Gómez Milla | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Francisco De Valle Hermoso | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Comunidades de Valle Hermoso | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Luis Cruz Martínez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela República de Venezuela | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Domingo Ortiz de Rosas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa María | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Gabriela Mistral | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Párvulos Serpentina | - | - | - | - |
| Centro de Educación y Atención Integral a la Diversidad | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Carlos | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Evergreen La Ligua | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela especial de lenguaje mis dones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Arrebol | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Pullally | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Aurelio Duran Almendro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Quebradilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Enrique Doll Rojas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial Sol Naciente | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ángel Menay | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Ligua
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Picados | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Quillota 101.5 | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Carnaval Quillota | cumbia | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio La Calera 105.5 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Carnaval 104.5 FM | - | AAC 32 kbps |
Museums in La Ligua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo La Ligua |
Farmers Markets in La Ligua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulces de la Ligua | |||||
| Dulces de la Ligua |
Hotels in La Ligua
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Ligua
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Ligua
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Ligua
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Ligua
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Ligua
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Ligua
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in La Ligua
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Ligua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Ligua
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Viña del Mar Airport | KNA | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Santos Dumont Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casas Viejas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catapilco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Diego Portales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Algarrobo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Boco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Sobrante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Victoria de Chacabuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Viña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Pelambres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Pintacura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olmué Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Peldehue Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Pichidangui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Chungo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quintero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rodelillo Airport | VAP | Small Airport |
| San Rafael Airport | LOB | Small Airport |
| Víctor Lafón Airport | SSD | Small Airport |
Post Offices in La Ligua
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Ligua
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla El Mirador | |
| Santo Domingo de Guzmán | |
| Templo Nuestra Señora del Rosario |
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What is the population of La Ligua?
La Ligua has a population of 32,131 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 16,823 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Ligua?
La Ligua enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 11.5 inches.