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Lumaco, Chile
Araucanía · Chile
Lumaco is a small city in Araucanía, Chile with a population of 11,405. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lumaco
Lumaco is a town and commune in Malleco Province in the Araucanía Region of Chile. Its name in Mapudungun means "water of luma". Lumaco is located to 120 km (75 mi) northeast of Temuco and 52 km (32 mi) from Angol. It shares a boundary to the north with the communes of Purén and Los Sauces, to the east with Traiguén and Galvarino, to the south with Cholchol and Carahue in Cautin Province, and the west with Tirúa and Contulmo in the Arauco Province of the Biobío Region.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,405 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.1649°, -72.9055° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Araucanía |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.9 inches (1,090 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lumaco
Lumaco is a small city in Chile (Araucanía) with a population of 11,405. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Lumaco
Lumaco has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.7°C), the coldest is Jul (6.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 503 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 553.0 sq mi (1,432.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.1649°N, 72.9055°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 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 | 44 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 149 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 130 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 55 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 44 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 40 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolhuaca (111 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 111 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 118 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 118 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 130 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 150 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 155 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 157 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 161 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 163 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Quetrupillan | Stratovolcano | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | 255 | 180 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 7.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 1.4 in |
Lumaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in July to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (0.9").
Schools in Lumaco
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Básica Quetrahue | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Rucayeco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Buta Rincón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Particular Pichi-Loncoyán | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela General Lagos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Trulauquen | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Municipal Lumaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela lumaco | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lumaco
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio la Sureña | - | MP3 | |
| Cadenza Radio | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Tropikal Ranchera | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lumaco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuerte Purén | ||||
| Museo de Capitán Pastene | ||||
| Museo de la Alianza Francesa de Traiguén | ||||
| Museo Histórico de Purén | ||||
| Museo y Archivo Histórico de Traiguén Ricardo Tapia Bucher |
Libraries in Lumaco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| biblioteca de lumaco | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Los Sauces | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública N° 118 Luis Durand | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lumaco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Mago | |||||
| Feria Artesanal | |||||
| Feria Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Muebles Purén | |||||
| Multiferia Lumaco |
Restaurants in Lumaco
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lumaco
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lumaco
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Lumaco
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Lumaco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lumaco
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maquehue Airport | PZS | Medium Airport |
| Victoria Airport | ZIC | Medium Airport |
| Agromanzún Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agua Buena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ainhoa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Del Bío Bío Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Tovarías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guadaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colmena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Misiones Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lequecahue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Pehuenches Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| María Ester Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mininco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roberto Chavéz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Traiguén Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lumaco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lumaco
What is the population of Lumaco?
Lumaco has a population of 11,405 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 553.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lumaco?
Lumaco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.