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Tocopilla, Chile
Antofagasta · Chile
Tocopilla is a small city in Antofagasta, Chile with a population of 25,400. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tocopilla
Tocopilla is a city and commune in the Antofagasta Region, in the north of Chile. It is the capital of the province that bears the same name.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,400 |
| Population Density | 8,274 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.0920°, -70.1979° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Antofagasta |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 0.1 inches (2 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tocopilla
Tocopilla is a small city in Chile (Antofagasta) with a population of 25,400. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.1 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Tocopilla
Tocopilla has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.5°C), the coldest is Jul (15°C). Average annual precipitation is 6 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.1°F |
| 21% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.0920°N, 70.1979°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 18.0 m (59 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1877 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 18.0 m | 2,385 | 73 km |
| 1995 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 3 | 139 km |
| 2007 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 2 | 36 km |
| 1967 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | 1 | 84 km |
| 1948 | NORTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | — | — | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: San Pedro-San Pablo (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Pedro-San Pablo | Stratovolcano(es) | 6,142 m (20,151 ft) | 1960 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 0.0 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 0.0 in |
Tocopilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 12°F / from 59°F in July to 71°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 0.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.0") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Tocopilla
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Pablo Neruda E-3 | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Politecnico Diego Portales | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Carlos Condell de la Haza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Estados Unidos de Norteamerica | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Arturo Prat E-12 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial Pedro Aguirre Cerda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Bernardo O'Higgins Riquelme | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mecano | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Sagrada Familia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Gabriela Mistral D-137 | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Domingo Latrille | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Arturo Prat Chacon | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tocopilla
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Definitiva | 80s | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Tocopilla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caleta Tocopilla |
Hotels in Tocopilla
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tocopilla
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tocopilla
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Tocopilla
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tocopilla
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tocopilla
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tocopilla
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tocopilla
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tocopilla
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tocopilla
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tocopilla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tocopilla
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barriles Airport | TOQ | Medium Airport |
| Carolina Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tocopilla
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress | |
| CorreosChile Tocopilla |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tocopilla
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla San Marcelino Champagnat | |
| Iglesia Sagrado Corazon |
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Tocopilla
What is the population of Tocopilla?
Tocopilla has a population of 25,400 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 8,274 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tocopilla?
Tocopilla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.1 inches.