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Colonia, Micronesia
Yap State · Micronesia
Colonia is a small city in Yap State, Micronesia with a population of 7,371. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Colonia
Colonia is an urban area between the municipalities of Rull and Weloy which serves as the capital of Yap State, one of the states in the Federated States of Micronesia. It’s not to be confused with Kolonia, the capital of Pohnpei State. It administers both Yap proper and some 13 atolls and islands reaching to the east and south for some 800 kilometers.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,371 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5164°, 138.1217° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Chuuk |
| Country | 🇫🇲 Micronesia |
| State / Province | Yap State |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 109.9 inches (2,792 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colonia
Colonia is a small city in Micronesia (Yap State) with a population of 7,371. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 109.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Chuuk.
Climate in Colonia
Colonia has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 3080 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Micronesia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 140 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 133.6 sq mi (345.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5164°N, 138.1217°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Chuuk |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 9.2 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in |
Colonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 109.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.2") and March the driest (5.0").
Colleges & Universities in Colonia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yap Seventh-day Adventist School | College | — | — |
Schools in Colonia
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalipeebinaew School | — | — | — | — |
| Fanif School | — | — | — | — |
| Gagil School | — | — | — | — |
| Bael School | — | — | — | — |
| Tamiilaeng School | — | — | — | — |
| Yap Catholic High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Mary's School | — | — | — | — |
| Gilman Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Rumuuq Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Colonia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Colonia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yap Living History Museum |
Hotels in Colonia
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Colonia
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Colonia
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Colonia
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Colonia
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Colonia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colonia
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yap International Airport | YAP | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Colonia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Yap Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colonia
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Catherines Church | |
| Saint Josephs Church | |
| St. Mary's | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Colonia?
Colonia has a population of 7,371 residents and is located in Micronesia. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 133.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colonia?
Colonia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 140 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 109.9 inches.