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Pozo Almonte, Chile
Tarapacá · Chile
Pozo Almonte is a small city in Tarapacá, Chile with a population of 16,878. Elevation: 3,396 ft (1,035 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).
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About Pozo Almonte
Pozo Almonte is a city and commune of Chile located in the interior of Atacama Desert. It has been the capital of Tamarugal Province since this province was established in 2007. The city is located at 52 km (32 mi) from Tarapacá Region's capital, Iquique. It has over 15,000 inhabitants. The commune has an area of 13,766 km (8,554 mi) and borders the following communes: Iquique, Alto Hospicio, Huara, Pica, María Elena and Tocopilla.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,878 |
| Population Density | 7,961 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,396 ft (1,035 m) |
| Coordinates | -20.2559°, -69.7863° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Tarapacá |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (2 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pozo Almonte
Pozo Almonte is a small city in Chile (Tarapacá) with a population of 16,878. The city sits at an elevation of 3,396 feet (1,035 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Pozo Almonte
Pozo Almonte has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.8°C), the coldest is Jul (15.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 5 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,396 ft (1,035 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,961/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -20.2559°N, 69.7863°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.6 m (15 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 4.6 m | 7 | 125 km |
| 1869 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 86 km |
| 1881 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 33 km |
| 1885 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 33 km |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 33 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 82 km |
| 2014 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Olca-Paruma (162 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olca-Paruma | Stratovolcano(es) | 5,705 m (18,717 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Pampa Luxsar | Volcanic field | 5,543 m (18,186 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 65°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.0 in |
Pozo Almonte has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 56°F in July to 67°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 Pozo Almonte
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Especial De Lenguaje Khana Aru | — | — | — | — |
| Academia Pozo Almonte | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Sergio González Gutiérrez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Pozo Almonte | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Estrella del Sur | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pozo Almonte
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raxies FM | edm, electro | AAC | |
| Radio UNAP 101.9 | radio universitaria, university radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RadioMiX | 80s, remixes | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Municipal Iquique 93.3 FM | entretenimiento, information | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Vilas Radio 100.1 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Municipal Iquique | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Vilas Radio 98.1 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO PAULINA | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pozo Almonte
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de la Vivencia Religiosa del Norte Grande | ||||
| Museo de la Vivencia Religiosa del Norte Grande | ||||
| Museo de Sitio Oficinas Salitreras Humberstone y Santa Laura | ||||
| Museo Minero y Mineralógico Ingeniero Eduardo Lillo |
Farmers Markets in Pozo Almonte
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria de La Tirana | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Pozo Almonte
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pozo Almonte
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pozo Almonte
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Pozo Almonte
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pozo Almonte
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Pozo Almonte
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pozo Almonte
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pozo Almonte
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pozo Almonte
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pozo Almonte
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diego Aracena International Airport | IQQ | Large Airport |
| Canchones West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Oficina Victoria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pozo Almonte
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Chile |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pozo Almonte
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Humberstone and Santa Laura Saltpeter Works | Cultural | 2005 |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pozo Almonte
Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pozo Almonte?
Pozo Almonte has a population of 16,878 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 7,961 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pozo Almonte?
Pozo Almonte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°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 0.1 inches.