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Rauco, Chile
Maule Region · Chile
Rauco is a small city in Maule Region, Chile with a population of 9,543. Elevation: 640 ft (195 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Rauco
Rauco is a Chilean town and commune in Curicó Province, Maule Region. It is a mostly rural commune, located 10 km away from the city of Curicó. The commune spans an area of 308.6 km2 (119 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 9,543 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Coordinates | -34.9255°, -71.3172° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Maule Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (786 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rauco
Rauco is a small city in Chile (Maule Region) with a population of 9,543. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet (195 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Rauco
Rauco has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F). The hottest month is Jan (21.1°C), the coldest is Jul (7.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 611 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 194.1 sq mi (502.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -34.9255°N, 71.3172°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1928 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | 279 | 63 km |
| 1923 | CENTRAL CHILE | Unknown | 1.5 m | — | 110 km |
| 2010 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Planchon-Peteroa (76 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Planchon-Peteroa | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,977 m (13,048 ft) | 2019 | 76 km |
| Tinguiririca | Stratovolcano | 4,280 m (14,042 ft) | 1917 | 89 km |
| Descabezado Grande | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,953 m (12,969 ft) | 1933 | 89 km |
| Azul, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,788 m (12,428 ft) | 1967 | 95 km |
| Palomo | Stratovolcano | 4,860 m (15,945 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Calabozos | Caldera | 3,508 m (11,509 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Atuel, Caldera del | Caldera | 5,189 m (17,024 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| San Pedro-Pellado | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,621 m (11,880 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Infiernillo | Volcanic field | 3,007 m (9,865 ft) | -6890 | 131 km |
| Maule, Laguna del | Caldera | 2,162 m (7,093 ft) | -50 | 146 km |
| Maipo | Caldera | 5,323 m (17,464 ft) | 1912 | 160 km |
| San Jose | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,070 m (19,915 ft) | 1960 | 182 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.3 in |
Rauco has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 46°F in July to 70°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Rauco
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela de Lenguaje Rayito de Sol | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela isla de Marchant | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Maitenal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Los Alisos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela la Alborada | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Plumero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Guindo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural La Alborada | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Polivalente de Rauco | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Técnico Agrario Luxemburgo de Rauch | — | — | — | — |
| Rayito de sol | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela COmalle | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Luis Leyton Rubio | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rauco
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Paloma | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Paloma - Volksmusik | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio UTalca Folclore | folclor, folklore | MP3 96 kbps | |
| FM+ 92.3 Radio Talca | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Nuestra 98.7 | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Paloma - Kuschelschlager | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Paloma | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 7 Tazas de Molina | música, tropical ranchera | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio RTL | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Lola (AR) | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio RTL ( curico ) | tropical lattina | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio rtl Curico | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Punto 9 | 80's | MP3 | |
| Radio Colombina | classic rock, misc | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rauco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura de Curicó | ||||
| Museo Astronómico | ||||
| Museo Pueblito Chepicano | ||||
| Observatorio Cerro Condell |
Libraries in Rauco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca de Curicó | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Molina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Romeral | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rauco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Las Palmas | |||||
| Felicur | |||||
| Felicur | |||||
| Feria | |||||
| Feria de las Pulgas | |||||
| La Super Feria | |||||
| Marcado Municipal de Romeral | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Supermercado Andrea |
Restaurants in Rauco
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rauco
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rauco
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rauco
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rauco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rauco
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Panguilemo Airport | TLX | Medium Airport |
| Aerosanta Cruz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agua Santa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alempue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Almahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alupenhue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bellavista Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chépica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Colorado Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuatro Pantanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Don Aliro Garcia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Baúl Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| El Boldal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carrizal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Parrón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| General Freire Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Aguada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cascada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estrella Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Laguna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Montaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Obra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Puerta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Reforma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Mercedes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Licancel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lontuecito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Cedros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Coipos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Gomeros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Lirios Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Monos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Paltos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Petiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Zorrillos de Tonlemu | — | Small Airport |
| Mónaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palo Alto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Panilonco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paredes Viejas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Peumo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pichilemu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucalonco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Javier Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Miguel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa María de Mingre Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rauco
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia la palmilla | |
| Saint Jose Chapell El Llano |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rauco
What is the population of Rauco?
Rauco has a population of 9,543 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 194.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rauco?
Rauco enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.