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Bellavista, Colombia

Chocó · Colombia

Bellavista is a small town in Chocó, Colombia with a population of 1,396. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,396 Population 1/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
208.8 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Bellavista

Bellavista

The Bellavista Cloud Forest Reserve is a 2,000-acre (8.1 km2) certified conservation area on the North-Western slopes of the Andean mountain range and is located 52 km from the Ecuadorian capital city of Quito. The lodge itself comprises guest rooms, 10 km of walking trails and the four storey geodesic dome, which contains a restaurant, viewing platforms and further accommodation. The Reserve was first established in 1991 by a British/Colombian couple. The area won the Audubon Christmas Bird Count for the Americas in 2006, 2007, and 2008.

People

Population1,396
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain208.8 in/yr
Sunny Days61/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Population1,396
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates6.5565°, -76.8839°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceChocó
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation208.8 inches (5,303 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Bellavista

Bellavista is a small town in Colombia (Chocó) with a population of 1,396. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 208.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Bellavista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 61 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 208.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.5°F
53% above Colombia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days61 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area1,108.3 sq mi (2,870.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates6.5565°N, 76.8839°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 208.8"
449% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 23.46"
Driest Month (Mar) 11.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

378 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 28, 2025.

Oct 18, 1992 11 km NNW of Murindó, Colombia M7.2 58 km
Oct 17, 1992 15 km S of Murindó, Colombia M6.7 33 km
Nov 8, 2000 10 km SW of Juradó, Colombia M6.5 118 km
Apr 4, 1991 44 km WSW of Juradó, Colombia M6.3 149 km
Nov 4, 1996 33 km WSW of Riosucio, Colombia M6.3 101 km
Jan 23, 2006 26 km S of Juradó, Colombia M6.2 106 km
Sep 13, 1994 17 km ENE of Murindó, Colombia M6.1 60 km
Sep 14, 2016 32 km ENE of Mutatá, Colombia M6.0 120 km
May 23, 1996 40 km WNW of Nuquí, Colombia M5.7 106 km
Aug 27, 2023 5 km E of El Cantón de San Pablo, Colombia M5.7 137 km
Sep 13, 2011 near the west coast of Colombia M5.7 123 km
Jan 8, 2003 21 km S of Bahía Solano, Colombia M5.7 80 km
Aug 25, 1990 27 km WNW of Nuquí, Colombia M5.6 109 km
Jan 10, 2025 31 km SSW of Bahía Solano, Colombia M5.6 94 km
Oct 18, 1992 9 km ENE of Murindó, Colombia M5.6 53 km
May 27, 1993 38 km SW of Nuquí, Colombia M5.5 140 km
Jan 23, 2006 36 km SW of Juradó, Colombia M5.5 125 km
Oct 18, 1992 5 km ENE of Murindó, Colombia M5.5 51 km
Oct 23, 1992 33 km WNW of Vigía del Fuerte, Colombia M5.5 36 km
Dec 16, 2000 23 km W of Juradó, Colombia M5.4 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 15.7 in
February 83°F (28°C) 13.4 in
March 83°F (29°C) 12.0 in Warmest, Driest
April 83°F (28°C) 16.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 18.7 in
June 83°F (28°C) 18.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 18.2 in
August 83°F (28°C) 23.5 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 17.6 in
October 82°F (28°C) 17.2 in
November 82°F (28°C) 17.8 in
December 82°F (28°C) 20.0 in Coldest

Bellavista has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 82°F in December to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 208.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.5") and March the driest (12.0").

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Schools in Bellavista

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sede Indigena Nusipurru
Sede Veracruz
Sede Piedra Canela
Sede Puerto Conto
Institución Educativa La Loma de Bojaya Sede Principal
Centro Educativo Rur San Miguel
Escuela Rur San Martin De Porres
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Airports Near Bellavista

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
José Celestino Mutis AirportBSCMedium Airport
Bahia Cupica AirportSmall Airport
Cupica AirportBHFSmall Airport
Guillermo Gaviria Correa AirportSmall Airport
Jurado AirportSmall Airport
Murindo AirportSmall Airport
Mutata AirportSmall Airport
Urrao AirportURRSmall Airport
Vigía Del Fuerte AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bellavista

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
San Pablo Apóstol
San Pablo Apóstol

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
169 m (554 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 Bellavista

What is the population of Bellavista?

Bellavista has a population of 1,396 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,108.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Bellavista?

Bellavista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 61 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 208.8 inches.

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