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Arenal, Colombia
Bolívar · Colombia
Arenal is a small city in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 5,346. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Arenal
Arenal är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Bolívar, i den norra delen av landet, 400 km norr om huvudstaden Bogotá. Arenal ligger 44 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 5 346.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,346 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.4589°, -73.9416° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Bolívar |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 96.9 inches (2,460 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Arenal
Arenal is a small city in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 5,346. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 96.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.6°F |
| 53% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 167 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 470.3 sq mi (1,217.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.4589°N, 73.9416°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1961 | NORTHEASTERN | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (29°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 8.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 12.6 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 9.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 11.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 16.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 11.5 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in |
Arenal has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 96.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (16.2") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Arenal
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporación Arenal Kids | — | — | — | — |
| Corporación Sede Principal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Brisas de San Martín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Hatillo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Sabana Alta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Tequendama | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Bonita | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA TRIBUTARIA LOS PEÑONES | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Sabana | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Progreso Bajo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Las Garavitas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Arcadia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Departamental de Bachillerato Efigenio Mendoza Sierra | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Técnico Ema Troncoso Rabelo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Arenal
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| colvalencia radio 97.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| buenísima radio tv | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 106.2 FM | latino, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 89.1 FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta 102.7 FM | crossover, grupera | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Airports Near Arenal
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Bosque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guamal Airport | GAA | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Irho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Tapias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Monjes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Millan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Del Sud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Arenal
What is the population of Arenal?
Arenal has a population of 5,346 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 470.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Arenal?
Arenal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.9 inches.