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Jericó, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
Jericó is a small city in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 7,750. Elevation: 6,519 ft (1,987 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Jericó
Jericó is a town, municipality and Catholic bishopric in the Colombian department of Antioquia. It is part of the subregion of Southwestern Antioquia. The distance reference from Medellín city, the capital of the department, is 104 km. It lies 1,910 m above sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,750 |
| Population Density | 9,936 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,519 ft (1,987 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7921°, -75.7860° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.7 inches (2,381 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jericó
Jericó is a small city in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 7,750. The city sits at an elevation of 6,519 feet (1,987 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,519 ft (1,987 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,936/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7921°N, 75.7860°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 95 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 112 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 118 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 9.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 11.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 9.3 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 6.0 in |
Jericó has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 66°F in October to 68°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 93.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.6") and February the driest (4.2").
Schools in Jericó
25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Rur Carlos Alberto Villa Maya | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Rafael Gomez | - | - | - | - |
| I.E San Jose | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Jose | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Madre Laura | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Alfonso Palacio Arango | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Ana Maria Echeverry | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Maria Gonzalez De Angel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rur Luis Emilio Bermudez | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Leona | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Viña | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Alvaro Obdulio Naranjo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Palenque | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Manuel Mejia Vallejo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Vicente | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Santiago Santamaria | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Pradera | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Zacatin | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Ramon | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Fe | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Cestillala | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Jose Maria Ospina | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Nuevo Milenio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Sorga | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Estrella Vieja | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Jericó
19 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Ochentera Medellin Colombia | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La X Medellín 103.9 FM | dance, electro | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radioacktiva (Medellín) - 102.3 FM - PRISA Radio - Medellín, Colombia | 102.3 fm, classic rock | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Dosis Electrónica Radio | dance, electronic | MP3 | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Celeste Estéreo 105.4 FM | baladas en español, crossover | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La voz de mi tierrita 94.1 FM | campesino, identidad | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Cerros Estéreo 107.4 Fm | baladas en español, crossover | AAC | |
| Radio Bolivariana AM 1110 kHz | bolero, clasica | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Radio Tiempo Medellín | clásica romántica | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| JuanKiss Radio | classic rock, metal ballads | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Telemedellín Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Tiempo | romantic pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Veracruz stereo | 2000s, 70s | AAC 256 kbps | |
| MaximusRockFM | alternative rock, metal | MP3 128 kbps | |
| radio ipuc | cristiana, pentecostal | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Armenia Stereo 89.4 FM | crossover, musica | AAC | |
| La Voz De Amagá 105.4 FM | crossover, local radio | AAC |
Museums in Jericó
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAJA Museum Anthropologia y Arte | ||||
| MAJA Museum Casa de la Musica | ||||
| MAJA Museum Casa Jose Tomas Urobe Abad | ||||
| Museo de Arte Religioso | ||||
| Museo de las Plantas |
Libraries in Jericó
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Escuela Normal Superior | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca María Elena Duque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Caramanta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Ciudad Bolívar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Jesús Antonio Duque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Gabriel Peláez Montoya | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martin Fierro bookstore | 0.0 |
Hotels in Jericó
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jericó
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jericó
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jericó
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jericó
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Jericó
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jericó
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jericó
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | EOH | Medium Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Ae Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sopetran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urrao Airport | URR | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jericó
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Santa Clara | |
| Capilla La Visitación | |
| Capilla Santa Clara | |
| Capilla Seminario | |
| Casa de retiros espirituales Lisieux | |
| Casa Madre Laura | |
| Catedral Nuestra Señora de Las Mercedes | |
| Cristo Rey | |
| Ermita | |
| Salón de los testigos del reino de dios | |
| San Francisco de Asis | |
| Santuario de Santa Laura |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jericó
What is the population of Jericó?
Jericó has a population of 7,750 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 9,936 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jericó?
Jericó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.7 inches.