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Los Vilos, Chile
Coquimbo Region · Chile
Los Vilos is a small city in Coquimbo Region, Chile with a population of 18,275. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Los Vilos
Los Vilos is both a Chilean coastal commune and a coastal city with over 9,000 inhabitants, located in the Province of Choapa, part of the IV Region of Coquimbo. The city has a harbour called Puerto Punta Chungo, that ships the material of Los Pelambres mine. This port stand for 1.1% of the annual tonnage of Chile's external trade as of 2024. Fishing is one of its main activities. The city also has a significant amount of tourism, mainly due to its two beaches: La Principal and Las Conchas. It is located at 246 kilometres (153 mi) from La Serena and 246 kilometres (153 mi) from Santiago.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,275 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | -31.9129°, -71.5005° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Coquimbo Region |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 8.5 inches (216 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Los Vilos
Los Vilos is a small city in Chile (Coquimbo Region) with a population of 18,275. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 8.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Los Vilos
Los Vilos has an average annual temperature of 15.5°C (60°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.9°C), the coldest is Jul (11.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 117 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 321 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 827.7 sq mi (2,143.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -31.9129°N, 71.5005°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 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 | 41 km |
| 1730 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 8.0 m | 5 | 65 km |
| 1822 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.6 m | 72 | 130 km |
| 1985 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 180 | 137 km |
| 1906 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 4,000 | 130 km |
| 1943 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 11 | 138 km |
| 1971 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 83 | 71 km |
| 1973 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 65 km |
| 2017 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 136 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 | 61°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in |
Los Vilos has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 8.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Los Vilos
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Formación Técnica Los Vilos | College | - | , |
Schools in Los Vilos
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Especial Diversia | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Diego de Almagro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Parroquial | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Especial Rayen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Divina Providencia | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Nicolás Federico Lohse Vargas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Francisco Javier | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Los Vilos
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Los Vilos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodegón Cultural Los Vilos | ||||
| Museo del Cobre Andrónico Luksic Abaroa |
Libraries in Los Vilos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Los Vilos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Los Vilos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caleta Las Conchas Los Vilos | |||||
| Caleta San Pedro |
Hotels in Los Vilos
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Los Vilos
21 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Los Vilos
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Los Vilos
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Los Vilos
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Los Vilos
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Los Vilos
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Los Vilos
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aucó Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casas Viejas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catapilco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Diego Portales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Algarrobo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Peral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Sobrante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Viña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Pintacura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pedro Villarroel C. Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pichidangui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Chungo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Los Vilos
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Los Vilos
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los santos de los últimos días | |
| Iglesia Los Pajaros | |
| Parroquia Los VIlos | |
| Santuario Piedra de La Virgen |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Los Vilos?
Los Vilos has a population of 18,275 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 827.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Los Vilos?
Los Vilos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.5 inches.