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Santa Bárbara, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Santa Bárbara is a small city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 13,405. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is a Chilean city and commune in Bío Bío Province, Bío Bío Region. In 2004 a great portion of its territory was taken off to form the new commune of Alto Bío Bío.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,405 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.6682°, -72.0225° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.5 inches (1,461 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara is a small city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 13,405. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet (235 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.5 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Santa Bárbara
Santa Bárbara has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (6°C). Average annual precipitation is 404 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Area | 703.4 sq mi (1,821.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.6682°N, 72.0225°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 25.0 m (82 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1960 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 25.0 m | 2,226 | 132 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 129 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 114 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 135 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 110 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 40 | 129 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Callaqui (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 58 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 66 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 77 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 79 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 88 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 106 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 117 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 151 km |
| Caburgua-Huelemolle | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,652 m (5,420 ft) | -5050 | 178 km |
| Domuyo | Stratovolcano | 4,702 m (15,427 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Tromen | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,114 m (13,497 ft) | 1822 | 185 km |
| Villarrica | Stratovolcano | 2,847 m (9,341 ft) | 2020 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 44°F (7°C) | 10.0 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in |
Santa Bárbara has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 44°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (1.2").
Schools in Santa Bárbara
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Lenguaje y Aprendizaje | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Mañil | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rinconada | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Corcovado | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Campamento | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Enrique Bernstein | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Cardenal Antonio Samoré | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santa Barbara | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santa Barbara | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cacique Levian | — | — | — | — |
| Araucaria School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Santa Bárbara
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bío-Bío Los Ángeles 96.7 | music, news | AAC+ |
Museums in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Histórico y Cultural Santa Bárbara | ||||
| Museo del Recuerdo |
Libraries in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Mulchén | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Bárbara
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Mulchen | |||||
| Vega Comunal |
Hotels in Santa Bárbara
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Santa Bárbara
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Santa Bárbara
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Santa Bárbara
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Santa Bárbara
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Santa Bárbara
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Santa Bárbara
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santa Bárbara
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santa Bárbara
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Airport | ZIC | Medium Airport |
| Agua Buena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atacalco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cholguahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Del Bío Bío Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Huachi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Colmena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lolco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| María Dolores Airport | LSQ | Small Airport |
| María Ester Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mininco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poco a Poco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucamanqui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Luisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siberia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Traiguén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trilahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Santa Bárbara
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| Correos de Chile |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Santa Bárbara
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Mormona | |
| Parroquia Santa Bárbara |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Bárbara
What is the population of Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a population of 13,405 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 703.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santa Bárbara?
Santa Bárbara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches.