All Countries
Chalán, Colombia
Sucre Department · Colombia
Chalán is a small town in Sucre Department, Colombia with a population of 2,897. Elevation: 948 ft (289 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Chalán, Colombia
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Chalán
Chalán is a town and municipality located in the Sucre Department, northern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,897 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5477°, -75.3113° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Sucre Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.1 inches (1,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chalán
Chalán is a small town in Colombia (Sucre Department) with a population of 2,897. The city sits at an elevation of 948 feet (289 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 252.3 sq mi (653.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5477°N, 75.3113°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in |
Chalán has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in October to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Chalán
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Don Gabriel | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Chengue | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Segundo Salazar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Zapato | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Salitral | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Los Comuneros | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Estrella | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Cielo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Manzanarez | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA TÉCNICO AGROPECUARIO CHINULITO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Coinst El Cerro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa de Chalan | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Chalán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura - El Carmen de Bolivar | ||||
| MuseoZenú Manuel Huertas Vergara | ||||
| MuseoZenú Manuel Huertas Vergara |
Libraries in Chalán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Banco de la República | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Genaro Martinez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Hugo Luis Salcedo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Hugo Luis Salcedo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pompeyo Molina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chalán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ara | |||||
| D1 | |||||
| D1 | |||||
| Justo y bieno | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo | |||||
| Olimpica | |||||
| Plaza de mercado |
Clinics in Chalán
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chalán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha de Fútbol de Mochila | ||
| Cancha Municipal de Fútbol 15 de Mayo | ||
| Estadio | ||
| Estadio |
Airports Near Chalán
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baracoa Airport | MGN | Medium Airport |
| Coveñas Airport | CVE | Medium Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | CZU | Medium Airport |
| Los Garzones Airport | MTR | Medium Airport |
| Berástegui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cicuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corral Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Rincón de Mucura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Golfo de Morrosquillo Airport | TLU | Small Airport |
| Honduras Br Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mochuelos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Morros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Chalán
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación Fisiocender Ltda. | ||
| Clínica Integral de Sincelejo | ||
| Clínica La Medalla Milagrosa | ||
| Clínica Oftalmológica de Sucre | ||
| Clínica Pediátrica Niño Jesús | ||
| COOMEVA | ||
| IPS Salud Social |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chalán
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista |
Quick Facts
🇨🇴 About Colombia
Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chalán
What is the population of Chalán?
Chalán has a population of 2,897 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 252.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chalán?
Chalán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.