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Ayapel, Colombia

Córdoba · Colombia

Ayapel is a mid-size city in Córdoba, Colombia with a population of 56,082. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

56,082 Population 79/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
93.7 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Ayapel

Ayapel

Ayapel is a town and municipality located in the Córdoba Department, northern Colombia.

People

Population56,082
Density79/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain93.7 in/yr
Sunny Days167/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population56,082
Population Density79 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates8.3137°, -75.1398°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceCórdoba
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation93.7 inches (2,379 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Ayapel

Ayapel is a mid-size city in Colombia (Córdoba) with a population of 56,082. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Climate in Ayapel

Ayapel has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.6°C), the coldest is Oct (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1315 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.1°C / 84°F 22.6° / 37.7° 24.4
Feb 30.3°C / 87°F 23.3° / 39.9° 22.9
Mar 30.6°C / 87°F 24° / 40° 51.9
Apr 29.5°C / 85°F 24.1° / 39.5° 173.3
May 28.6°C / 83°F 23.9° / 37.1° 173.6
Jun 27.8°C / 82°F 23.8° / 33.6° 129.2
Jul 27.9°C / 82°F 23.7° / 33.9° 169.5
Aug 27.5°C / 82°F 23.5° / 33.7° 124.2
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 23.4° / 33.3° 141.7
Oct 26.8°C / 80°F 22.9° / 32.7° 157.5
Nov 27°C / 81°F 23° / 32.9° 112.3
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 22.9° / 34.7° 34.7
Ayapel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 93.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.1°F
52% above Colombia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days167 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area707.8 sq mi (1,833.1 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates8.3137°N, 75.1398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 93.7"
146% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 13.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.38"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Jan 19, 2025.

Apr 15, 2020 13 km NNE of Pinillos, Colombia M5.7 112 km
Feb 23, 2022 26 km SW of Santa Rosa del Sur, Colombia M5.5 113 km
Sep 8, 2001 10 km NNE of Pueblo Nuevo, Colombia M5.1 23 km
Jul 7, 2010 9 km NNW of Ciénaga de Oro, Colombia M5.0 91 km
Sep 3, 1993 34 km NW of Cantagallo, Colombia M4.9 137 km
Mar 28, 2000 27 km ESE of Zaragoza, Colombia M4.9 116 km
Aug 14, 2023 19 km WNW of Valdivia, Colombia M4.9 117 km
Aug 11, 2023 21 km WNW of Valdivia, Colombia M4.9 117 km
Jun 30, 1991 16 km E of Nechí, Colombia M4.8 61 km
Oct 31, 1995 30 km WNW of Cáceres, Colombia M4.8 90 km
Aug 25, 2013 13 km NW of El Bagre, Colombia M4.8 74 km
Mar 31, 2009 20 km WNW of San Carlos, Colombia M4.8 53 km
Apr 18, 2001 9 km WSW of Nechí, Colombia M4.7 43 km
Jun 25, 1995 25 km SW of Montelíbano, Colombia M4.7 74 km
Jan 4, 1998 11 km NNW of Regidor, Colombia M4.7 148 km
Oct 18, 1992 47 km NNE of Mutatá, Colombia M4.7 143 km
Nov 25, 1990 18 km NE of Caucasia, Colombia M4.7 26 km
Aug 17, 2023 22 km W of Valdivia, Colombia M4.6 122 km
Feb 24, 1994 19 km WNW of Ayapel, Colombia M4.6 19 km
Apr 7, 2023 7 km NNE of Los Córdobas, Colombia M4.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 83°F (28°C) 1.4 in
March 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
April 83°F (29°C) 6.8 in
May 82°F (28°C) 10.5 in
June 82°F (28°C) 11.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 11.4 in
August 82°F (28°C) 13.4 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 11.3 in Coldest
October 81°F (27°C) 12.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
December 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in

Ayapel has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in September to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 93.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (13.4") and January the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Ayapel

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centro Educativo Rur Monterrey - - - -
Carlos Adolfo Urueta Sede Simón Bolívar - - - -
Institucion Educativa La Inmaculada - - - -
Centro Educativo Maria Montessori - - - -
Otra sigla Sgdo Corazon De Jesus - - - -
Centro Educativo La Estrella - - - -
Escuela Urb Mix Madre Laura - - - -
Institucion Educativa Marco Fidel Suarez - - - -
Institucion Educativa Carlos Adolgo Urueta - - - -
Centro Educativo Sta Ines - - - -
Centro Educativo Divino Niño - - - -
Centro Educativo Parrq Maria Auxiliadora - - - -
Centro Educativo Marralu - - - -
Colegio Pablo VI - - - -
Centro Educativo El Cedro - - - -
Escuela Nva Sincelejito - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta La Amistad - - - -
Escuela Nva Sta Rosa - - - -
Escuela Rur San Jose Mira Lindo - - - -
Escuela Nva Las Mucuras - - - -
Sede Las Escobillas - - - -
Escuela Rur Once Cagui - - - -
Escuela Nueva Virgen De La Candelaria - - - -
Colegio Nuestra Señora Del Rosario - - - -
Colegio Gabriel Garcia Marquez - - - -
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Gas Stations in Ayapel

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bomba De Saúl Distracom

Stadiums & Teams in Ayapel

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Airports Near Ayapel

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Bagre AirportEBGMedium Airport
Juan H White AirportCAQMedium Airport
Los Garzones AirportMTRMedium Airport
Ayapel AirportAYASmall Airport
Berástegui Airport-Small Airport
El Algarrobo Airport-Small Airport
El Cebruno Airport-Small Airport
La Concepción Airport-Small Airport
La Esperanza Airport-Small Airport
Los Mochuelos Airport-Small Airport
Mondo Nuevo Airport-Small Airport
Montelibano AirportMTBSmall Airport
Patetal Airport-Small Airport
San Marcos AirportSRSSmall Airport
San Marcos Airport-Small Airport
San Pablo Airport-Small Airport
San Pablo Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
21 m (69 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ayapel

What is the population of Ayapel?

Ayapel has a population of 56,082 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 79 people per square mile, spread across 707.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Ayapel?

Ayapel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 167 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.7 inches.

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