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Yumbel, Chile
Biobío · Chile
Yumbel is a small city in Biobío, Chile with a population of 11,111. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yumbel
Yumbel is a city and commune of the Province of Bío Bío in the region of the same name, Chile.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,111 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.0982°, -72.5608° |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
| Country | 🇨🇱 Chile |
| State / Province | Biobío |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.7 inches (1,136 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yumbel
Yumbel is a small city in Chile (Biobío) with a population of 11,111. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet (105 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.7 inches. The timezone is America/Santiago.
Climate in Yumbel
Yumbel has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.7°C), the coldest is Jul (7.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 502 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above Chile avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 304.5 sq mi (788.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.0982°N, 72.5608°W |
| Timezone | America/Santiago |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
9 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 29.0 m (95 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2010 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 29.0 m | 558 | 113 km |
| 1960 | SOUTHERN CHILE | Earthquake | 25.0 m | 2,226 | 138 km |
| 1835 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 24.0 m | 53 | 51 km |
| 1751 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 3.5 m | 65 | 41 km |
| 1920 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 1.4 m | - | 130 km |
| 1960 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 105 km |
| 2011 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 86 km |
| 1657 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 40 | 51 km |
| 1570 | CENTRAL CHILE | Earthquake | - | 2,000 | 55 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chillan, Nevados de (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chillan, Nevados de | Stratovolcano | 3,180 m (10,433 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Antuco | Stratovolcano | 2,979 m (9,774 ft) | 1869 | 113 km |
| Callaqui | Stratovolcano | 3,164 m (10,381 ft) | 1980 | 134 km |
| Copahue | Stratovolcano | 2,953 m (9,688 ft) | 2019 | 148 km |
| Tolhuaca | Stratovolcano | 2,739 m (8,986 ft) | -4000 | 157 km |
| Trolon | Lava dome(s) | 2,360 m (7,743 ft) | Unknown | 163 km |
| Lonquimay | Stratovolcano | 2,832 m (9,291 ft) | 1990 | 166 km |
| Mariñaqui, Laguna | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 2,108 m (6,916 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Llaima | Stratovolcano | 3,125 m (10,253 ft) | 2009 | 192 km |
| Domuyo | Stratovolcano | 4,702 m (15,427 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
| San Pedro-Pellado | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,621 m (11,880 ft) | Unknown | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 in |
Yumbel has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 47°F in July to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.5") and February the driest (0.6").
Schools in Yumbel
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Las Obras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Municipal Las Nieves | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Municipal Cambrales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Municipal Cerro Parra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Lenguaje El Trencito | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Luis Saldes - C70 | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto San Sebastián | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Diego Portales Palazuelos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Héroes de Chile - E-115 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Instituto San Sebastián | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Raiquen | - | - | - | - |
| The Sower School | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Técnico Profesional Gonzalo Guglielmi Montiel | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Yumbel
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bío-Bío Concepción 98.1 | music, news | AAC+ | |
| Radio Interamericana | oldies | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Llacolén | pop, rock | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radiofavoritaranchera | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Cariñosa | musica latina | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bío-Bío Los Ángeles 96.7 | music, news | AAC+ | |
| Radio Paula | pop | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Rural Chile | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Contexto Ñuble | non-profit | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO 24/7 | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio UdeC - Universidad de Concepción | classical, jazz | MP3 64 kbps | |
| CTM Radio | - | OGG | |
| Radio UdeC | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Universidad del Bío-Bío | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Femenina FM | musica romantica, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Discusión | music, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Yumbel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Casa Cano | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Rere |
Libraries in Yumbel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Laja | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Yumbel | 0.0 | |||||
| BiBlioteca Publica N°63 Cabrero | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yumbel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Yumbel
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yumbel
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yumbel
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Yumbel
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Yumbel
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yumbel
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Yumbel
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yumbel
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Yumbel
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Yumbel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Yumbel
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carriel Sur International Airport | CCP | Large Airport |
| Gral. Bernardo O´Higgins Airport | YAI | Medium Airport |
| Cholguahue Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Del Bío Bío Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Litral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Patagual Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fundo El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| James Conrad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Playa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Confines Airport | - | Small Airport |
| María Dolores Airport | LSQ | Small Airport |
| Mininco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rucamalen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rucamanqui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Eugenia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Marta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Siberia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Torreón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Trilahue Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yumbel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chilexpress |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yumbel
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Campo de Oración | |
| Capilla Las Obras | |
| Parroquia | |
| Parroquia San Sebastián de Yumbel | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Chile
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Yumbel
What is the population of Yumbel?
Yumbel has a population of 11,111 residents and is located in Chile. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 304.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yumbel?
Yumbel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.7 inches.