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Matilla, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
Matilla is a small town in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 583. Elevation: 3,953 ft (1,205 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Matilla
Matilla is a Chilean village and oasis in the interior of Atacama Desert. It lies four kilometers southwest of the oasis town of Pica. As of 2017 Matilla had 380 inhabitants and 217 homes. It hosts underground aqueducts in various states of decay. These aqueducts are locally known as socavones and tap Pica Aquifer.
People
Climate
| Population | 583 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,953 ft (1,205 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.5138°, -69.3618° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.3 inches (7 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matilla
Matilla is a small town in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 583. The city sits at an elevation of 3,953 feet (1,205 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.3 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,953 ft (1,205 m) |
| Area | 5,099.6 sq mi (13,207.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.5138°N, 69.3618°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1869 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 136 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 85 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 85 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 118 km |
| 1967 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | 1 | 133 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olca-Paruma (109 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olca-Paruma | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,705 m (18,717 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Pampa Luxsar | Volcanic field | 5,543 m (18,186 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| San Pedro-San Pablo | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,142 m (20,151 ft) | 1960 | 183 km |
| Azufre, Cerro del | Stratovolcano | 5,846 m (19,180 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in |
Matilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 56°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.2") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Matilla
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Nueva Extremadura | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Matilla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Contemporáneo de Pica | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Pica |
Libraries in Matilla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Enrique Luza Caceres | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matilla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Matilla
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Matilla
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Matilla
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Matilla
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Matilla
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canchones West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coposa Airport | CPP | Small Airport |
| Oficina Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matilla
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Matilla |
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What is the population of Matilla?
Matilla has a population of 583 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,099.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matilla?
Matilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.3 inches.