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Coro, Venezuela
Falcón · Venezuela
Coro is a large city in Falcón, Venezuela with a population of 246,657. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Coro
Coro is the capital of Falcón State and the second oldest city in Venezuela. It was founded on July 26, 1527, by Juan de Ampíes as Santa Ana de Coro. It was historically known as Neu-Augsburg by the German Welsers, and Coro by the Spanish colonizers and Venezuelans, the city and buildings were built during the Spanish Empire. It is established at the south of the Paraguaná Peninsula in a coastal plain, flanked by the Médanos de Coro National Park to the north and the Sierra de Coro to the south, at a few kilometers from its port in the Caribbean Sea at a point equidistant between the Ensenada de La Vela and Golfete de Coro.
People
Climate
| Population | 246,657 |
| Population Density | 9,564 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4077°, -69.6782° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Falcón |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.0 inches (559 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Coro
Coro is a large city in Venezuela (Falcón) with a population of 246,657. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.0 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in Coro
Coro has an average annual temperature of 29.7°C (85°F). The hottest month is Aug (31°C), the coldest is Jan (28.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 471 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.8°F |
| 51% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,564/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4077°N, 69.6782°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | |
| September | 84°F (29°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in |
Coro has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in January to 84°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Coro
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNEFA Coro | University | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional Experimental Francisco de Miranda, Núcleo El Hatillo | University | — | — |
| Universidad Politécnica Territorial Alonso Gamero | University | — | — |
Schools in Coro
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complejo Academico Dr Alfredo Van Grieken - Cubo Azul - Ciencias De La Salud - UNEFM | — | — | — | — |
| Decanato de Extensión y Producción - UNEFM | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Esteban Smith Monzón | — | — | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional Experimental Francisco de Miranda - Rectorado | — | — | — | — |
| Complejo Academico Dr Alfredo Van Grieken - Cubo Azul - Ciencias De La Salud - UNEFM | — | — | — | — |
| Decanato de Extensión y Producción - UNEFM | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Esteban Smith Monzón | — | — | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional Experimental Francisco de Miranda - Rectorado | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Coro
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Coro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Taima Taima |
Farmers Markets in Coro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Coro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Coro | |||||
| Mercado Viejo |
Hotels in Coro
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Coro
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Coro
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Coro
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Coro
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Coro
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Coro
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Coro
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Coro
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Coro
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| José Leonardo Chirinos Airport | CZE | Medium Airport |
| Josefa Camejo International Airport | LSP | Medium Airport |
| Adícora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Churuguara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cumarebo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Paso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mamón Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Coro
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica Virgen de Guadalupe |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Coro
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Coro | ||
| Coro and its Port | Cultural | 1993 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Coro
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral de Coro | |
| Catedral de Coro | |
| Centro Cristiano Internacional Ciudad De Las Águilas | |
| Centro Cristiano Internacional Ciudad De Las Águilas | |
| Iglesia de San Clemente | |
| Iglesia de San Clemente | |
| Iglesia San Antonio | |
| Iglesia San Antonio | |
| Iglesia San Francisco | |
| Iglesia San Francisco | |
| Iglesia San Judas Tadeo | |
| Masonería |
Quick Facts
Around Coro
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Coro
1 places within 15 km
- • Cerro Paguara
🇻🇪 About Venezuela
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Coro
Public Holidays in Venezuela
34 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Coro
What is the population of Coro?
Coro has a population of 246,657 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 9,564 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Coro?
Coro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches.