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Cantagallo, Colombia

Bolívar · Colombia

Cantagallo is a small city in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 6,874. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

6,874 Population 13/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
83°F Avg Temperature 28°C
106.6 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Cantagallo

Cantagallo

Cantagallo is a town and municipality located in the Bolívar Department, Northern Colombia. It is the southernmost municipality of the province. It was founded on 1 January 1938 and became a municipality by Ordinance no. 30 of 16 December 1994.

People

Population6,874
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp83°F (28°C)
Rain106.6 in/yr
Sunny Days151/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Population6,874
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates7.3793°, -73.9155°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBolívar
Average Temperature83°F (28°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation106.6 inches (2,708 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cantagallo

Cantagallo is a small city in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 6,874. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 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 106.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Cantagallo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 151 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 106.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average82.8°F
53% above Colombia avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days151 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area529.8 sq mi (1,372.1 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates7.3793°N, 73.9155°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 106.6"
181% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 16.18"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,312 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 19, 2025.

Mar 10, 2015 2 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M6.2 122 km
Feb 23, 2022 26 km SW of Santa Rosa del Sur, Colombia M5.5 61 km
May 6, 2007 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 131 km
Mar 10, 2023 4 km NNW of Aratoca, Colombia M5.4 122 km
Nov 8, 1999 8 km SW of San Andrés, Colombia M5.4 133 km
Feb 17, 2008 5 km ESE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 130 km
Dec 3, 1990 1 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 124 km
Jan 1, 1990 8 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 119 km
Feb 25, 2005 northern Colombia M5.3 123 km
Nov 19, 2001 8 km E of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 133 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 130 km
Jan 1, 1997 4 km W of San Andrés, Colombia M5.3 129 km
Jan 24, 2019 3 km W of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 122 km
Apr 26, 2002 12 km WSW of El Carmen de Chucurí, Colombia M5.2 89 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 119 km
May 28, 2023 1 km W of Aratoca, Colombia M5.2 124 km
Dec 31, 1990 5 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 121 km
Dec 31, 1992 2 km SE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 127 km
Dec 10, 1994 7 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 120 km
Feb 15, 2023 5 km WNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 1.3 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 2.4 in
March 84°F (29°C) 4.6 in Warmest
April 83°F (29°C) 11.5 in
May 83°F (28°C) 13.1 in
June 83°F (28°C) 10.3 in
July 83°F (28°C) 9.4 in
August 83°F (28°C) 10.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 13.5 in
October 82°F (28°C) 16.2 in Coldest, Wettest
November 82°F (28°C) 10.5 in
December 83°F (28°C) 3.2 in

Cantagallo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 82°F in October to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 106.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (16.2") and January the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Cantagallo

32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela El Firme - - - -
Escuela Urb Mix San Pablo - - - -
Escuela Urb Mix Barrio Nuevo - - - -
Escuela Urb Mix María Auxiliadora - - - -
Institución Educativa La Integrada - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta Nueve de Marzo - - - -
Escuela El Bosque - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta La Poza - - - -
Institución Educativa La Victoria - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta La Palva - - - -
Escuela Nueva La Pena - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta Sto Domingo Alto - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta Patio Bonito - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta Muriba - - - -
Escuela Palua Baja - - - -
Escuela Los Coroncoros - - - -
Escuela La Palua - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta La Granja - - - -
Sede Porvenir - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta Carmen del Cucu - - - -
Escuela Rural Mix La Esmeralda - - - -
Escuela Rural Mix de Bija - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta Alto Canabraval - - - -
OTRA-SIGLA PREESC BURBUJAS - - - -
Colegio Municipal de Bachillerato Noct - - - -
OTRA-SIGLA PREESC LOS BULLICIOSOS - - - -
Centro Educativo José María Vargas Vila - - - -
Escuela Rural Mixta San Juan - - - -
ESCUELA RUR MIX CAÑO DE ORO - - - -
Colegio Departamental - - - -
OTRA-SIGLA HUELLITAS PA`EL FUTURO - - - -
Escuela Rural Santa Teresa - - - -
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Hotels in Cantagallo

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Donde Mary

Stadiums & Teams in Cantagallo

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Airports Near Cantagallo

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palonegro AirportBGAMedium Airport
Yariguíes AirportEJAMedium Airport
Campo Capote Airport-Small Airport
El Bosque Airport-Small Airport
El Carmen Airport-Small Airport
El Marne Airport-Small Airport
El Paraíso Airport-Small Airport
El Porvenir Airport-Small Airport
El Tornillo Airport-Small Airport
Hipilandia Airport-Small Airport
Irho Airport-Small Airport
La Cacica Airport-Small Airport
La Cascajera Airport-Small Airport
La Ponderosa Airport-Small Airport
Las Cruces AirportSNTSmall Airport
Los Gemelos Dorados Airport-Small Airport
Los Monjes Airport-Small Airport
Mata De Plátano Airport-Small Airport
Millan Airport-Small Airport
Puerto Wlches Airport-Small Airport
Sabaneta Airport-Small Airport
San Vicente Airport-Small Airport
Santa Lucía Airport-Small Airport
Santa Rosa Del Sud Airport-Small Airport
Villa Oliva Airport-Small Airport
Zapatoca AirportAZTSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
217 m (712 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 Cantagallo

What is the population of Cantagallo?

Cantagallo has a population of 6,874 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 529.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cantagallo?

Cantagallo 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 151 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.6 inches.

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