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Celica, Ecuador
Loja · Ecuador
Celica is a small city in Loja, Ecuador with a population of 5,499. Elevation: 6,572 ft (2,003 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Celica
Celica is a town in the Loja Province, Ecuador. It is the seat of the Celica Canton.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,499 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,572 ft (2,003 m) |
| Coordinates | -4.1030°, -79.9560° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Loja |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.5 inches (877 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Celica
Celica is a small city in Ecuador (Loja) with a population of 5,499. The city sits at an elevation of 6,572 feet (2,003 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,572 ft (2,003 m) |
| Area | 107.9 sq mi (279.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -4.1030°N, 79.9560°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 6 | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 7.7 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 9.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 2.2 in |
Celica has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 67°F in June to 68°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Celica
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Técnico 12 de Diciembre | College | - | , |
| Tecnico Tne. Maximialino Rodriguez | College | - | , |
| Unidad Educativa Santa Teresita | College | - | , |
Schools in Celica
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unidad Educativa Julio Isaac Espinosa Ochoa | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Celica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Básica Simón Bolívar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 2 de agosto | - | - | - | - |
| Marlene Salcedo de Castillo | - | - | - | - |
| Diego de Noboa | - | - | - | - |
| Enrique Pestalozzi | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Educación Básica Tnte. Maximiliano Rodríguez | - | - | - | - |
| Modesto Chavez Franco | - | - | - | - |
| Rio Puyango | - | - | - | - |
| Manuel Agustin Aguirre | - | - | - | - |
| Luciano Benjamin Cabrera | - | - | - | - |
| Alonso de Mercadillo | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Gabriel Caiza Morales | - | - | - | - |
| Cordillera de Chilla | - | - | - | - |
| Jhon Stuart Mill | - | - | - | - |
| Luis Frias | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Carlos Bustamante | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Procer Jose Picoita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Alonso de Mercadillo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Carlos Garbay Montesdeoca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Zoila Ugarte Landívar | - | - | - | - |
| Jose Lucas Calderon Cueva | - | - | - | - |
| Rafael Humberto Vega | - | - | - | - |
| Julio Cesar Larrea | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Celica
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Samantha 89.3 FM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Celica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura de Pózul |
Libraries in Celica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Celica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Celica | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Celica
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Celica
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Celica
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Celica
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Celica
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Celica
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Celica
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Celica
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Celica
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Celica
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Celica
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Captain Pedro Canga Rodríguez International Airport | TBP | Medium Airport |
| Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport | MRR | Medium Airport |
| Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport | ETR | Medium Airport |
| Carabon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciudad de Catamayo Airport | LOH | Small Airport |
| Loja Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Celica
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alamor Express | |
| Johnser Express | |
| Kelitos Express | |
| Servientrega |
Treatment Centers in Celica
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación Física Municipal |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Celica
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica Matriz de Cruzpamba | |
| Iglesia Católica San Pedro Apóstol - Celica | |
| Iglesia Católica San Vicente Ferrer de Mercadillo | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Santuario de la virgen del Rosario de Dominguillo |
Quick Facts
🇪🇨 About Ecuador
Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Celica
What is the population of Celica?
Celica has a population of 5,499 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 107.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Celica?
Celica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.5 inches.