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Pica, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
Pica is a small city in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 9,296. Elevation: 4,354 ft (1,327 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Pica
Pica is a Chilean town and commune in Tamarugal Province, Tarapacá Region. Situated in the inland of the Atacama Desert on an oasis, Pica is famous for its small and unusually acidic limes known as Limón de Pica. The town has a communal hot spring with a surface temperature of 40 °C, which makes it a popular bath place in the middle of the desert. It has hotels and all basic services. The town lies four kilometers to the northeast of the oasis village of Matilla.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,296 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,354 ft (1,327 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.4913°, -69.3312° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.8 inches (19 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pica
Pica is a small city in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 9,296. The city sits at an elevation of 4,354 feet (1,327 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.8 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,354 ft (1,327 m) |
| Area | 5,099.6 sq mi (13,207.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.4913°N, 69.3312°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 | — | 137 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 87 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 87 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 87 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 121 km |
| 1967 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | 1 | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olca-Paruma (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olca-Paruma | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,705 m (18,717 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Pampa Luxsar | Volcanic field | 5,543 m (18,186 ft) | Unknown | 124 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 | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 0.0 in | |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in |
Pica has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 51°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (0.4") and April the driest (0.0").
Schools in Pica
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Especial Jacaranda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Andrés de Pica | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vertiente del Saber | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Padre Hurtado | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pica
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Pica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Contemporáneo de Pica | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Pica |
Libraries in Pica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Enrique Luza Caceres | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Pica
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pica
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pica
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Pica
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pica
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pica
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pica
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pica
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pica
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pica
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canchones West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coposa Airport | CPP | Small Airport |
| Oficina Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pica
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pica
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gruta de Lourdes | |
| Iglesia San Andrés |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near Pica
Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pica
What is the population of Pica?
Pica has a population of 9,296 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 5,099.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pica?
Pica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.8 inches.