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María Elena, Chile
Antofagasta · Chile
María Elena is a small city in Antofagasta, Chile with a population of 7,530. Elevation: 4,127 ft (1,258 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About María Elena
María Elena is a Chilean town and commune in Tocopilla Province, Antofagasta Region. According to the 2012 census, the commune population was 4,593 and has an area of 12,197.2 km2 (4,709 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 7,530 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,127 ft (1,258 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.3445°, -69.6618° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Antofagasta |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (2 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About María Elena
María Elena is a small city in Chile (Antofagasta) with a population of 7,530. The city sits at an elevation of 4,127 feet (1,258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,127 ft (1,258 m) |
| Area | 5,170.4 sq mi (13,391.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.3445°N, 69.6618°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 18.0 m | 2,385 | 128 km |
| 1995 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 3 | 128 km |
| 2007 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 2 | 26 km |
| 1967 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | 1 | 74 km |
| 1948 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 70 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Pedro-San Pablo (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Pedro-San Pablo | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,142 m (20,151 ft) | 1960 | 140 km |
| Azufre, Cerro del | Stratovolcano | 5,846 m (19,180 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Sairecabur | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,971 m (19,590 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
| Licancabur | Stratovolcano | 5,916 m (19,409 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°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 |
María Elena has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 55°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.0") and March the driest (0.0").
Schools in María Elena
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo Maria Elena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Arturo Pérez Canto | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near María Elena
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in María Elena
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Juguee Pampino | ||||
| Museo del Salitre |
Farmers Markets in María Elena
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Redonda | |||||
| Mercado de María Elena |
Hotels in María Elena
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in María Elena
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in María Elena
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in María Elena
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in María Elena
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in María Elena
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in María Elena
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in María Elena
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near María Elena
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barriles Airport | TOQ | Medium Airport |
| Carolina Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in María Elena
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in María Elena
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Rafael Arcángel, María Elena |
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What is the population of María Elena?
María Elena has a population of 7,530 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,170.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in María Elena?
María Elena 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 55°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.1 inches.