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Kolonia, Micronesia
Pohnpei State · Micronesia
Kolonia is a small city in Pohnpei State, Micronesia with a population of 6,074. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Kolonia
Kolonia is a coastal town and the capital of Pohnpei State in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). It is not to be confused with the far smaller Colonia, the capital of the State of Yap. It was also the former FSM capital before being replaced by Palikir in 1989, located nearby to the southwest in the municipality of Sokehs. It has a population of 6,074.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,074 |
| Population Density | 8,555 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.9640°, 158.2062° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pohnpei |
| Country | 🇫🇲 Micronesia |
| State / Province | Pohnpei State |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 180.9 inches (4,594 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kolonia
Kolonia is a small city in Micronesia (Pohnpei State) with a population of 6,074. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 180.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Pohnpei.
Climate in Kolonia
Kolonia has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 4565 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Micronesia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 66 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,555/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.9640°N, 158.2062°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Pohnpei |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 9.9 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 13.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 15.6 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 18.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 17.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 16.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 15.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 14.5 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 15.9 in |
Kolonia has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 79°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 180.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (18.6") and February the driest (9.9").
Schools in Kolonia
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uh Likin Pein Awak | — | — | — | — |
| College of Micronesia (Pohnpei Campus) | — | — | — | — |
| Kolonia Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nett Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ohmine Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kolonia
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kolonia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pohnpei Lidorkini Museum |
Libraries in Kolonia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Resources Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Pohnpei Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kolonia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruits, vegetables & fish |
Hotels in Kolonia
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kolonia
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kolonia
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Kolonia
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kolonia
2 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kolonia
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kolonia
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kolonia
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kolonia
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pohnpei International Airport | PNI | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kolonia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kolonia Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kolonia
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Calvary Baptist Church | |
| Church | |
| Kosrae-Kolonia Congregational Church | |
| Victory Baptist Church |
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What is the population of Kolonia?
Kolonia has a population of 6,074 residents and is located in Micronesia. The population density is 8,555 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kolonia?
Kolonia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 66 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 180.9 inches.