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Colonia Menno, Paraguay
Boquerón Department · Paraguay
Colonia Menno is a small city in Boquerón Department, Paraguay with a population of 5,615. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Colonia Menno
Menno Colony is a Mennonite settlement located in the central part of the Chaco region, in northwest Paraguay, occupying an area of 7500 km2 (2900 mi2). It was founded in 1926 by Plautdietsch-speaking descendants of Russian Mennonites who emigrated from Canadian provinces of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Neighbouring Mennonite settlements are Fernheim Colony and Neuland Colony. The main settlement of the colony is Loma Plata. Menno is the largest of the Mennonite colonies in Paraguay.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,615 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Coordinates | -22.3667°, -59.8167° |
| Timezone | America/Asuncion |
| Country | 🇵🇾 Paraguay |
| State / Province | Boquerón Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colonia Menno
Colonia Menno is a small city in Paraguay (Boquerón Department) with a population of 5,615. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is America/Asuncion.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Paraguay avg | |
| January Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 420 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 1,163.8 sq mi (3,014.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -22.3667°N, 59.8167°W |
| Timezone | America/Asuncion |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84°F (29°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 1.0 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 84°F (29°C) | 3.4 in |
Colonia Menno has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 67°F in July to 84°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and August the driest (0.3").
Schools in Colonia Menno
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Formación Profesional - C.F.P. | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Basica 12 de Mayo San Löwen | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Karlsruhe | — | — | — | — |
| Cenedin | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Secundario Loma Plata | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Colonia Menno
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretación del Gran Chaco Americano | ||||
| Centro de Interpretación del Gran Chaco Americano | ||||
| Flora y fauna del Chaco | ||||
| Knelsenhaus | ||||
| Menno Museum | ||||
| Menno Simons Hof | ||||
| Museo de Historia | ||||
| Museo Interétnico | ||||
| Museo Jakob Unger |
Libraries in Colonia Menno
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Colegio Filadelfia | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Filadelfia | 0.0 |
Hotels in Colonia Menno
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Colonia Menno
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Colonia Menno
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Colonia Menno
3 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Colonia Menno
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Colonia Menno
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Colonia Menno
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Colonia Menno
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Colonia Menno
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeródromo de Filadelfia | FLM | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo de Loma Plata | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo Gnadenheim | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colonia Menno
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christliche Evangelische Missionsgemeinde | |
| Iglesia Karlsruhe | |
| Manoah-Kirche |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Paraguay
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Colonia Menno?
Colonia Menno has a population of 5,615 residents and is located in Paraguay. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,163.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colonia Menno?
Colonia Menno has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.