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Fortul, Colombia
Arauca Department · Colombia
Fortul is a small town in Arauca Department, Colombia with a population of 4,607. Elevation: 791 ft (241 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fortul
Fortul is one of the seven municipalities of the Colombian department of Arauca. It limits to the north with Saravena; to the south with Tame; to the east with Arauquita and to the west with Güicán. It was founded on January 7, 1920. According to the census conducted by the DANE in 2005, Fortul has a population of 25,379 inhabitants, of which 13,081 live in the municipal seat making it 49.5% women and 50.5% men.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,607 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7926°, -71.7760° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Arauca Department |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.8 inches (2,610 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fortul
Fortul is a small town in Colombia (Arauca Department) with a population of 4,607. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet (241 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.8°F |
| 44% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 158 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 745.1 sq mi (1,929.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.7926°N, 71.7760°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 14.1 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 14.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 13.9 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 3.0 in |
Fortul has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 102.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (14.7") and January the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Fortul
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Adventista Bethel | College | - | , |
| Colegio Jose Eustacion Rivera | College | - | , |
| Colegio Técnico Industrial Rafael Pombo | College | - | , |
| Concentración de Desarrollo Rural | College | - | , |
| Institución Educativa Antonio Nariño | College | - | , |
| Institución Educativa La Frontera | College | - | , |
| SENA | College | - | , |
Schools in Fortul
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Antonio Baraya | - | - | - | - |
| Concentración Escuela María Inmaculada | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Alejandro Humboldt | - | - | - | - |
| Concentración Escuela Alejandro Humboldt | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Cerro Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo General Santander | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rodrigo Bastidas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Sitio Nuevo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Raul Cuervo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo José Inocencio Chinca | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Camelias | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Domingo Savio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Guzman Diaz | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Primero de Octubre | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Ignacio Dumar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Trinidad | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Amapolas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Simon Bolívar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Guadualito | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Gaitana | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Isabel de Castilla | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Purisima Uno | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Alto Bello | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Brisas de San Joaquin | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Antonio Ricaute | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Epifanio Mejia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Calafitas I | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA GUADUALITO 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Adventista de Fortul | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La India | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Fortul
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza De Mercado |
Veterinaries in Fortul
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fortul
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fortul
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Fortul
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fortul
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Vargas Airport | TME | Medium Airport |
| El Cairo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Danubio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Troncal Airport | ARQ | Small Airport |
| Hato Corozal Airport | HTZ | Small Airport |
| Los Colonizadores Airport | RVE | Small Airport |
| Rondón Airport | - | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fortul
What is the population of Fortul?
Fortul has a population of 4,607 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 745.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fortul?
Fortul has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 158 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.8 inches.