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La Tirana, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
La Tirana is a small town in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 837. Elevation: 3,317 ft (1,011 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Tirana
La Tirana is a Chilean town in the commune of Pozo Almonte in El Tamarugal Province, Tarapacá Region. The town lies in an oasis in the middle of the Pampa del Tamarugal, about 72 km inland from the port of Iquique.
People
Climate
| Population | 837 |
| Population Density | 395 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,317 ft (1,011 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.3355°, -69.6567° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.2 inches (6 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Tirana
La Tirana is a small town in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 837. The city sits at an elevation of 3,317 feet (1,011 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.2 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,317 ft (1,011 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 395/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.3355°N, 69.6567°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.6 m (15 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 4.6 m | 7 | 142 km |
| 1869 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 101 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 49 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 49 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 49 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 91 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olca-Paruma (146 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olca-Paruma | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,705 m (18,717 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Pampa Luxsar | Volcanic field | 5,543 m (18,186 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in |
La Tirana has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 56°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.1") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in La Tirana
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Basica La Tirana | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Tirana
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raxies FM | edm, electro | AAC | |
| Radio UNAP 101.9 | radio universitaria, university radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioMiX | 80s, remixes | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Municipal Iquique 93.3 FM | entretenimiento, information | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Vilas Radio 100.1 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Municipal Iquique | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Vilas Radio 98.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO PAULINA | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Tirana
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Vivencia Religiosa del Norte Grande | ||||
| Museo de la Vivencia Religiosa del Norte Grande | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Oficinas Salitreras Humberstone y Santa Laura | ||||
| Museo Minero y Mineralógico Ingeniero Eduardo Lillo |
Farmers Markets in La Tirana
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de La Tirana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in La Tirana
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Tirana
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in La Tirana
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in La Tirana
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Tirana
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Tirana
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diego Aracena International Airport | IQQ | Large Airport |
| Canchones West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oficina Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Tirana
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla La Tirana | |
| Cruz del Calvario | |
| Iglesia de La Tirana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Tirana?
La Tirana has a population of 837 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 395 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Tirana?
La Tirana enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.2 inches.