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Villa Mercedes, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Villa Mercedes is a large city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 131,936. Elevation: 1,122 ft (342 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Villa Mercedes
Villa Mercedes is a city in the province of San Luis, Argentina. It lies on the center-east of the province, on the left-hand banks of the Quinto River, 32 km from the boundary with Córdoba, on National Route 148, and near the intersection of National Routes 8 and 7. National Route 7 links the city to the provincial capital San Luis, 90 km to the north-west. It had 96,781 inhabitants during the 2001 census [INDEC].
People
Climate
| Population | 131,936 |
| Population Density | 196 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.4042°, -71.9795° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.3 inches (1,354 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Villa Mercedes
Villa Mercedes is a large city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 131,936. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet (342 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 43°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.3 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Villa Mercedes
Villa Mercedes 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 | 52.9°F |
| 2% below Chile avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Area | 672.1 sq mi (1,740.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.4042°N, 71.9795°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 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 | 150 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 113 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 101 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | — | 149 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | — | 123 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 145 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 40 | 113 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | — | 2,000 | 116 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Antuco (56 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 56 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 74 km |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 86 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 105 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 114 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 145 km |
| Tralihue | Stratovolcano | 2,448 m (8,031 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Domuyo | Stratovolcano | 4,702 m (15,427 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Tromen | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,114 m (13,497 ft) | 1822 | 175 km |
| Sollipulli | Caldera | 2,282 m (7,487 ft) | 1240 | 179 km |
| San Pedro-Pellado | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,621 m (11,880 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
| Maule, Laguna del | Caldera | 2,162 m (7,093 ft) | -50 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (9°C) | 9.2 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 43°F (6°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 44°F (7°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in |
Villa Mercedes has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 43°F in July to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Villa Mercedes
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Blanca Estrella | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Profesora Albertina Sánchez Valenzuela | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Erminda Gómez Díaz de Pólic | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Particular Las Águilas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Lenguaje Quilleco | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Técnico Agrícola San Lorencito | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela G-911 La Leyenda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Villa Mercedes | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Francisco Bascuñan Guerrero | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Isabel Riquelme | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Villa Mercedes
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bío-Bío Los Ángeles 96.7 | music, news | AAC+ | |
| RADIO 24/7 | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Libraries in Villa Mercedes
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca de Tucapel | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Huépil | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Villa Mercedes
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Villa Mercedes
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Villa Mercedes
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Villa Mercedes
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Villa Mercedes
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Villa Mercedes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Villa Mercedes
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agua Buena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atacalco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cholguahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Del Bío Bío Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Huachi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Litral Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| María Dolores Airport | LSQ | Small Airport |
| Mininco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poco a Poco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucamalen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rucamanqui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Luisa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Siberia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Trilahue Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Villa Mercedes
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Católica Nuestra Señora de Las Mercedes | |
| Iglesia Metodista Pentecostal de Chile | |
| Parroquia de Canteras |
Quick Facts
Around Villa Mercedes
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Villa Mercedes
3 places within 15 km
- • Cerro La Meseta
- • Cerro Tucapel
- • Mirador Riscos del Laja
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Villa Mercedes
What is the population of Villa Mercedes?
Villa Mercedes has a population of 131,936 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 196 people per square mile, spread across 672.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Villa Mercedes?
Villa Mercedes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 43°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches.