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Quirihue, Chile
Ñuble · Chile
Quirihue is a small city in Ñuble, Chile with a population of 8,000. Elevation: 860 ft (262 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
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About Quirihue
Quirihue is a city in Itata Province in the Ñuble Region of Chile. It is the administrative capital of the province. As per 2017 census, it had a population of 11,746 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,000 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Coordinates | -36.2800°, -72.5412° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Ñuble |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.4 inches (976 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Quirihue
Quirihue is a small city in Chile (Ñuble) with a population of 8,000. The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet (262 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 337.2 sq mi (873.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -36.2800°N, 72.5412°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 29.0 m (95 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 29.0 m | 558 | 37 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 75 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 90 km |
| 1923 | CENTRAL CHILE | Unknown | 1.5 m | — | 106 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 57 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 40 | 75 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 66 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chillan, Nevados de (123 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 123 km |
| San Pedro-Pellado | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,621 m (11,880 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 164 km |
| Azul, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,788 m (12,428 ft) | 1967 | 175 km |
| Descabezado Grande | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,953 m (12,969 ft) | 1933 | 179 km |
| Maule, Laguna del | Caldera | 2,162 m (7,093 ft) | -50 | 186 km |
| Domuyo | Stratovolcano | 4,702 m (15,427 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 7.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 0.8 in |
Quirihue has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in July to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.2") and February the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Quirihue
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liceo de Cobquecura | College | — | — |
Schools in Quirihue
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela F-16 Santa Carolina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Cajón El Manzano | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Horizonte | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Los Remates | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Los Temos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica El Concuyo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Santa Elena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Doctor David Benavente Sepúlveda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Llaipen | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San Agustín | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nueva América | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Llano | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Grumete Cortes Gallardo | — | — | — | — |
| San Agustín | — | — | — | — |
| Carlos Montané Castro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Quirihue
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Cariñosa | musica latina | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Contexto Ñuble | non-profit | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Discusión | music, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Isadora | — | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Quirihue
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecomuseo de Cobquecura | ||||
| Itata Museo Antropológico | ||||
| Museo Provincial Itata | ||||
| Museo Vivo Artenin | ||||
| Santuario Cuna de Prat |
Libraries in Quirihue
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Quirihue
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Quirihue |
Hotels in Quirihue
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Quirihue
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Quirihue
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Quirihue
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Quirihue
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Quirihue
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Quirihue
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Quirihue
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carriel Sur International Airport | CCP | Large Airport |
| Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport | YAI | Medium Airport |
| Alto Cauquenes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Almendro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Arenal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Boldo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Litral Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Patagual Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Salto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fundo El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| James Conrad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| José Abel Sepúlveda Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Los Morros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Piedra Negra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pullami Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucamalen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Guillermo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Eugenia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa María de Mingre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Marta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Torreón Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Quirihue
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Quirihue
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Dulce Nombre de Jesús de Quirihue |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
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What is the population of Quirihue?
Quirihue has a population of 8,000 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 337.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Quirihue?
Quirihue has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches.