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Lebu, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Lebu is a small city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 22,345. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lebu
Lebu is a port city and commune in central Chile administered by the Municipality of Lebu. Lebu is also the capital of Arauco Province in Bío Bío Region. It lies on the south bank of the mouth of the Lebu River.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,345 |
| Population Density | 10,795 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.6083°, -73.6536° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.0 inches (1,499 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lebu
Lebu is a small city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 22,345. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.0 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Lebu
Lebu has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (15.8°C), the coldest is Aug (9.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 488 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.1°F |
| 0% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.6083°N, 73.6536°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 25.0 m (82 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 25.0 m | 2,226 | 63 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 103 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 89 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 46 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 47 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 135 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 40 | 103 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 2,000 | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolhuaca (193 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 193 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 7.2 in | Coldest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in |
Lebu has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 49°F in August to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (1.2").
Colleges & Universities in Lebu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEDUC UCN Lebu | College | - | , |
| Euclides Preuniversitario | College | - | , |
Schools in Lebu
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Boca Lebu | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Politecnico Doctor Rigoberto Iglesias Bastías de Lebu | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Isidora Ramos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela D-777 Rebeca Castro A. | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela F-789 José Joaquín Pérez | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Fresia Graciela Müller Ruiz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Arturo Ebensperger Richter | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Isidora Ramos | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Polivalente doctor Rigoberto Iglesias Bastias | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Lenguaje San Pablo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela F-785 Domingo Faustino Sarmiento | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Guillermo Rodríguez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Diferencial Juan Sandoval Carrasco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Cerro la Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Dr. Arnoldo Ebensperger Richter | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Fortuna | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lebu
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kawaii Anime Radio | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Tropikal Ranchera | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lebu
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Caverna de Benavides | ||||
| Museo Minero de Lebu | ||||
| Museo Morhuilla |
Libraries in Lebu
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Los Álamos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lebu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de Lebu | |||||
| Mercado de Lebu |
Restaurants in Lebu
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lebu
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lebu
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lebu
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lebu
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Lebu
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Patagual Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guadaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Playa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Misiones Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Pehuenches Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Sur Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lebu
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lebu
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | |
| corporacion evangelica emanuel de chile | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de Los Ultimos Días | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| iglesia evangelica hermanos en cristo | |
| iglesia evangelica pentecosta jose miguel carrera | |
| iglesia metodista pentecostal de chile | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Dios es mi Luz y Salvación | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Tiempos de Gloria | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Trinitaria de Chile | |
| mision evangelica wesleyana | |
| Parroquia | |
| Parroquia | |
| Salón del Reino Testigos de Jehová |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lebu
What is the population of Lebu?
Lebu has a population of 22,345 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 10,795 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lebu?
Lebu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches.