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La Unión, Chile
Los Ríos Region · Chile
La Unión is a small city in Los Ríos Region, Chile with a population of 26,298. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About La Unión
La Unión is a city and commune of the Ranco Province in the Los Ríos Region in Chile. It is situated approximately 40 km north of Osorno and 80 km southeast of Valdivia. Covering an area of 2,136.7 km2, it has a population of 36,447, of which 25,615 are considered part of the urban population, according to the 2012 census. The commune derived its name from the confluence of the Llollelhue and Radimadi rivers.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,298 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.2931°, -73.0817° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Los Ríos Region |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.5 inches (1,435 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Unión
La Unión is a small city in Chile (Los Ríos Region) with a population of 26,298. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in La Unión
La Unión has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jan (15.6°C), the coldest is Jul (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1253 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 825.1 sq mi (2,137.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -40.2931°N, 73.0817°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.8 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | TODOS LOS SANTOS LAKE | Meteorological | 0.8 m | — | 111 km |
| 1575 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | 1,321 | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Carran-Los Venados (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Carran-Los Venados | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,114 m (3,655 ft) | 1979 | 86 km |
| Puyehue-Cordon Caulle | Stratovolcano | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 2012 | 88 km |
| Antillanca Volcanic Complex | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,979 m (6,493 ft) | -230 | 96 km |
| Mocho-Choshuenco | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,422 m (7,946 ft) | 1937 | 99 km |
| Puntiagudo-Cordon Cenizos | Stratovolcano | 2,493 m (8,179 ft) | 1850 | 102 km |
| Osorno | Stratovolcano | 2,659 m (8,724 ft) | 1869 | 103 km |
| Calbuco | Stratovolcano | 1,974 m (6,476 ft) | 2015 | 122 km |
| Cayutue-La Vigueria | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 506 m (1,660 ft) | -190 | 127 km |
| Huanquihue Group | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,189 m (7,182 ft) | 1750 | 136 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 138 km |
| Tronador | Stratovolcano | 3,478 m (11,411 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 146 km |
| Lanin | Stratovolcano | 3,776 m (12,388 ft) | 560 | 153 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 163 km |
| Apagado | Pyroclastic cone | 1,210 m (3,970 ft) | -590 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 8.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 47°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in |
La Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 44°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.4") and January the driest (1.7").
Schools in La Unión
35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Padre Damián | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Campos del Ranco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuel Rural Carimanca | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Alemán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Unión | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santa Marta | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Bicentenario Rector Abdón Andrade Coloma | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico Profesional N° 1, Honorio Ojeda Valderas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 4 Presidente Jorge Alessandri R. | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Los Ciervos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Cudico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria El Maitén | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Cultura y Difusión Artística La Unión | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Chaquian | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Radimadi | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Huillinco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Aldea Campesina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Diferencial Villa San José | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje For Faris | — | — | — | — |
| Garden College | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Lago Verde | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Purrihuin | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Los Avellanos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Trumao | — | — | — | — |
| Centro de Formación Técnica de Los Ríos la Union | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Profesional IPG la Union | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Ver y Hablar | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Conductores clase B | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial de Estimulacion E Integracion El Umbral | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Crecer | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educacion Adultos Wiclef | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Catamutun | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Choroico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Pedro de Coique | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Cocule | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Unión
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biobio Valdivia | música y noticias | AAC+ | |
| Tornagaleones | folcklore, news | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| Radio Genoveva Valdivia | anglo, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CLG Radio 93.5 FM | 2000s, 70s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Musicoop | chile, classical music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Atractiva 101.3 | musica latina | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Austral CD97 | — | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| Radio FM Centro 91.7 | 2000s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Tornagaleones | — | AAC+ 320 kbps |
Museums in La Unión
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Cultural La Unión | ||||
| Museo Histórico y Arqueológico - Arturo Möller Sandrock |
Libraries in La Unión
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Río Bueno | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Juan Sepúlveda Ibáñez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Unión
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Agrícola |
Hotels in La Unión
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Unión
19 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Unión
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in La Unión
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in La Unión
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Unión
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in La Unión
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in La Unión
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in La Unión
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Unión
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Unión
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Unión
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in La Unión
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in La Unión
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in La Unión
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Loncotregua | ||||
| El Porvenir | ||||
| Shopería La Sirenita | ||||
| Shopería Terminal |
Stadiums & Teams in La Unión
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Unión
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cañal Bajo Carlos Hott Siebert Airport | ZOS | Medium Airport |
| Pichoy Airport | ZAL | Medium Airport |
| Calpulli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corte Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cotreumo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuyumaique Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cardal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Vergel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hueicolla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juan Kemp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Capilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Araucarias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Marías Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Quemas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Licán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Loncopan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Maitenes de Villa Vieja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Municipal de Panguipulli Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ñochaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pilauco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pozo Brujo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Galera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Purrahuín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quilpe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Refugio del Lago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucañanco Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in La Unión
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Unión
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alienza Cristiana y Misionera | |
| Capilla San José | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia Adventista del 7° Día | |
| Iglesia Adventista del 7° Día | |
| Iglesia Luterana | |
| Iglesia Trumao | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Parroquia San José de La Unión | |
| Virgen |
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What is the population of La Unión?
La Unión has a population of 26,298 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 825.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Unión?
La Unión has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.