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Acandí, Colombia
Chocó · Colombia
Acandí is a small town in Chocó, Colombia with a population of 4,840. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Acandí
Acandí is a town in Colombia at the northern extremity of the department of Chocó in the northwest of Colombia, bordering Panama and the Caribbean Sea. It is 366 km (227 mi) from the department's capital, Quibdó. Its average temperature is 28 degrees Celsius (82 °F). It was founded around 1887, and it became a municipality in 1905, previously being part of Turbo. The name "Acandí" is a corruption of the indigenous word "Acanti", which means "River of Stone".
People
Climate
| Population | 4,840 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5116°, -77.2772° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Chocó |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.4 inches (2,119 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Acandí
Acandí is a small town in Colombia (Chocó) with a population of 4,840. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 477.8 sq mi (1,237.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5116°N, 77.2772°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in |
Acandí has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in November to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 83.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.0") and February the driest (1.7").
Colleges & Universities in Acandí
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| School | College | - | , |
| SENA | College | - | , |
Schools in Acandí
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Capitan | - | - | - | - |
| Caleta | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Acandi Seco Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Sede El Brillante | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Juancho | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Furutungo | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Titiza Medio | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Caleta | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Batatilla | - | - | - | - |
| Sede San Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Acandi Seca Medio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sagrado Conrazón de Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Furutungo | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Acandí
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Acandí
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Acandí
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Acandí
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Acandí
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Acandí
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Roldán Betancur Airport | APO | Medium Airport |
| Achutupu Airport | ACU | Small Airport |
| Ailigandí Airport | AIL | Small Airport |
| Alcides Fernández Airport | ACD | Small Airport |
| Balboa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caledonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Capurganá Airport | CPB | Small Airport |
| Corazón de Jesús Airport | - | Small Airport |
| EL Real Airport | ELE | Small Airport |
| Finca San Jacinto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Indira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Almendros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Planes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mamitupu Airport | MPI | Small Airport |
| Mansukun Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mulatos Airport | ULS | Small Airport |
| Mulatupo Airport | MPP | Small Airport |
| Necocli Airport | NCI | Small Airport |
| Nueva Fortuna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ogobsucum Airport | OGM | Small Airport |
| Puerto Obaldía Airport | PUE | Small Airport |
| San Juan De Uraba Airport | SJR | Small Airport |
| Santa María del Darién Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tanela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tubualá Airport | TUW | Small Airport |
| Unguía Airport | UNC | Small Airport |
| Ustupu Airport | UTU | Small Airport |
| Yaviza Airport | PYV | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Acandí
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra señora del Carmen |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Acandí
What is the population of Acandí?
Acandí has a population of 4,840 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 477.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Acandí?
Acandí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.4 inches.