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Puerto Natales, Chile
Region of Magallanes · Chile
Puerto Natales is a small city in Region of Magallanes, Chile with a population of 18,505. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales is a city in Chilean Patagonia. It is the capital of both the commune of Natales and the province of Última Esperanza, one of the four provinces that make up the Magallanes and Antartica Chilena Region in the southernmost part of Chile. Puerto Natales is the only city in the province. It is located 247 km (153 mi) northwest of Punta Arenas. It is the final passenger port of call for the Navimag ferry sailing from Puerto Montt into the Señoret Channel as well as the primary transit point for travellers to Torres del Paine National Park, Chile.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,505 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | -51.7299°, -72.5060° |
| Timezone | America/Punta_Arenas |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Region of Magallanes |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.1 inches (410 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.7 inches (7 cm) |
About Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales is a small city in Chile (Region of Magallanes) with a population of 18,505. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.1 inches. The timezone is America/Punta_Arenas.
Climate in Puerto Natales
Puerto Natales has an average annual temperature of 3.8°C (39°F). The hottest month is Feb (8.5°C), the coldest is Jul (-1.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 18,909.0 sq mi (48,974.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -51.7299°N, 72.5060°W |
| Timezone | America/Punta_Arenas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Reclus (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Reclus | Pyroclastic cone | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) | 1908 | 113 km |
| Aguilera | Stratovolcano | 2,546 m (8,353 ft) | -1250 | 178 km |
| Pali-Aike Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 282 m (925 ft) | -5550 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 38°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 35°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 35°F (2°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in | |
| October | 46°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 1.2 in |
Puerto Natales has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 35°F in July to 53°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (1.9") and November the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Puerto Natales
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universidad de Magallanes (Centro Universitario de Puerto Natales) | University | - | , |
Schools in Puerto Natales
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Especial de Lenguaje Ultima esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Básica Rural Seno Obstruccion | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Capitán Juan de Ladrillero | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Puerto Natales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Coronel Santiago Bueras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Politécnico Luis Cruz Martínez | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Gabriela Mistral | - | - | - | - |
| CEIA Carlos Yáñez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Baudilia Avendaño De Youssuf | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo María Mazzarello | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Salesiano Monseñor Fagnano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Diferencial Nicolás Mladinic Dobronic | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Puerto Natales
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Puerto Natales
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frigorífico Bories | ||||
| Historic Museum | ||||
| Museo Minero |
Libraries in Puerto Natales
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Ricardo Krüger | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Puerto Natales
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercados Horticola | |||||
| Paseo Selknam |
Hotels in Puerto Natales
34 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puerto Natales
55 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto Natales
30 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puerto Natales
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Puerto Natales
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Puerto Natales
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto Natales
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto Natales
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Puerto Natales
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Puerto Natales
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdelén | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Puerto Natales
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant Julio Gallardo Airport | PNT | Medium Airport |
| 28 de Noviembre Airport | RYO | Small Airport |
| Cerro Castillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia Santa Ana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estancia Tapi Aike Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rospentek Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Puerto Natales
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress - Western Union | |
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Natales
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alianza Cristiana y Misionera | |
| Capilla Buen Pastor | |
| Capilla Jesús de Nazareno | |
| Capilla Laura Vicuña | |
| Capilla San Pedro | |
| Capilla Santa Teresa del Niño Jesús | |
| Diffunta Correa | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Dia | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal | |
| Iglesia Gracia y Paz | |
| Iglesia Metodista Chile Nuevo | |
| Iglesia Metodista Puerto Natales | |
| Parroquia María Auxiliadora | |
| Templo Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Templo San Juan Bosco |
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What is the population of Puerto Natales?
Puerto Natales has a population of 18,505 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 18,909.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Natales?
Puerto Natales has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.1 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.