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Taltal, Chile
Antofagasta · Chile
Taltal is a small city in Antofagasta, Chile with a population of 11,132. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Taltal
Taltal is a Chilean commune and city in Antofagasta Province, Antofagasta Region. According to the 2012 census, the commune has a population of 11,132 and has an area of 20,405.1 km2 (7,878 sq mi).
The commune is home to Paranal Observatory and includes the northern portion of Pan de Azúcar National Park.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,132 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | -25.4071°, -70.4855° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Antofagasta |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.4 inches (10 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Taltal
Taltal is a small city in Chile (Antofagasta) with a population of 11,132. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.4 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Taltal
Taltal has an average annual temperature of 16.5°C (62°F). The hottest month is Feb (20°C), the coldest is Jul (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 54 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 335 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 7,405.7 sq mi (19,180.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -25.4071°N, 70.4855°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1918 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 84 km |
| 1936 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 1 | 112 km |
| 1966 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 3 | 24 km |
| 1987 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 1 | 118 km |
| 1983 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 5 | 126 km |
| 1988 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 73 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Bayo Gorbea, Cerro (191 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bayo Gorbea, Cerro | Complex | 5,413 m (17,759 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 0.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 0.1 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 | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in |
Taltal has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 56°F in July to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (0.1") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Taltal
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Victoriano Quinteros | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Alondra Rojas | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo José Miguel Quiroz | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Juan Cortes Monroy C - 21 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Basica Víctor Hugo Carvajal E - 105 | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil Caracolito | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Taltal
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Taltal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Augusto Capdeville |
Hotels in Taltal
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Taltal
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Taltal
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Taltal
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Taltal
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Taltal
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Taltal
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Taltal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Taltal
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Las Breas Airport | TTC | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Taltal
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Taltal
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Taltal | |
| Templo Evangélico Bautista |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Taltal
What is the population of Taltal?
Taltal has a population of 11,132 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 7,405.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Taltal?
Taltal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.4 inches.