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Fundación, Colombia
Magdalena Department · Colombia
Fundación is a mid-size city in Magdalena Department, Colombia with a population of 59,175. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fundación
Fundación is a town and municipality of the Colombian Department of Magdalena. Its people are known as Fundanenses. The primary economic activity is livestock-raising, for production of both meat and milk. Other crops are: corn, yuca, oranges, bananas, beans, sesame, sorghum, rice, tomatoes, and tobacco. There is also artisanal fishing.
People
Climate
| Population | 59,175 |
| Population Density | 189 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5207°, -74.1850° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Magdalena Department |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.3 inches (1,202 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fundación
Fundación is a mid-size city in Colombia (Magdalena Department) with a population of 59,175. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Fundación
Fundación has an average annual temperature of 28.7°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.1°C), the coldest is Nov (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.3°F |
| 52% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 313.1 sq mi (811.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5207°N, 74.1850°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | OFF THE COAST NEAR SANTA MARTA | Unknown | 8.0 m | - | 55 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 83°F (29°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.0 in |
Fundación has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Fundación
50+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Segunda Mix | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Armenia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Indig Dunarwa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Guayabitos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo 20 de Diciembre | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Delicias | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Palmas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Hernan Gomez Pelaez | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Ariguani | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA ANTONIO NARIÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo José Antonio Galán | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Iedptal 23 de Febrero | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Comun San Martín de Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Mientra Tanto | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Departamental Francisco de Paula Santander | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Padre Adriano Puentes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Cuarta Mix | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Departamental Tercera Mixta | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Acción Comunal Paz del Río | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jhon F Kennedy | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil Municipal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo José María Córdoba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Instituto Colombia | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Francisco de Paula | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Sagrada Familia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Shadai | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Los Angeles | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Maranatha | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Mundo Feliz | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Divina Ensenanza | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Catalina de Sena | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo 16 de Julio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rotario Monterrey | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Acción Comunal Loma Fresca | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Bolivariano | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Manuel Faustino Mejia | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO NIÑO JESUS | - | - | - | - |
| John F.Kennedy 16 de Julio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Golden Soul | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Nuevo Reyes Magos | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA HAPPY CHILDREN GIMNASIO INFANTIL | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Jesus El Alfarero | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Jesus de Nazareth | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil Caritas Felices | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Caracol | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix San Juan Villegas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix José Prudencio Padilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Martín | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix de Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Fundación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Gabriel García Márquez | ||||
| Casa Museo Gabriel García Márquez |
Farmers Markets in Fundación
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Nuevo |
Hotels in Fundación
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fundación
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fundación
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Fundación
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Fundación
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Fundación
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fundación
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fundación
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Fundación
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Fundación
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Fundación
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport | BAQ | Large Airport |
| Simón Bolívar International Airport | SMR | Medium Airport |
| Algarrobo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bethania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| El Coraje Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fundación Airport | FDA | Small Airport |
| Julia Carolina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Amalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ceiba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cheka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Diva Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Fe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Fe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mayorca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Martin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Rosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fundación
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia El Señor De Los Milagros | |
| Iglesia María Auxiliadora | |
| Iglesia San Rafael |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Fundación
2 places within 15 km
- • Cruce Rio Tucurinca y Ferrovia
- • Obelisco
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Fundación?
Fundación has a population of 59,175 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 189 people per square mile, spread across 313.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fundación?
Fundación has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches.