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Arauco
City in Biobío, Chile
Overview
Arauco is a coastal town in Chile's Biobío Region, known for its mix of history, beaches, and connection to Mapuche culture. Its friendly atmosphere, seafood cuisine, and scenic natural surroundings make it a relaxing destination for travelers seeking authenticity.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Chile
Region
Biobío
Population
17,597
Time Zone
America/Santiago
Coordinates
-37.25°, -73.32°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
55
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
65
Monthly Cost
$1,008
Local Cost
$630
Local Income
$440
Cashless
35
English
25
Temperature
13.3°C
Summer Avg
18.0°C
Winter Avg
9.1°C
Record High
36.1°C
Record Low
-1.1°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
849 mm
Internet Speed
281 Mbps
Upload
291 Mbps
Latency
4 ms
City Vibrancy
25
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
24
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
250.0
Airport
—
Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 32 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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