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Kolonia Town, Micronesia
Pohnpei State · Micronesia
Kolonia Town is a small city in Pohnpei State, Micronesia with a population of 5,681. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Kolonia Town
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 | 5,681 |
| Population Density | 5,980 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 135 ft (41 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.9640°, 158.2060° |
| 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 Town
Kolonia Town is a small city in Micronesia (Pohnpei State) with a population of 5,681. 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 Town
Kolonia Town 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 | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,980/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.9640°N, 158.2060°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 Town 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 Town
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Olter High School | — | — | — | — |
| Pohnpei SDA School | — | — | — | — |
| Sokehs Pah Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Kolonia Town
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pohnpei Lidorkini Museum |
Libraries in Kolonia Town
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Resources Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Pohnpei Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kolonia Town
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruits, vegetables & fish |
Hotels in Kolonia Town
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kolonia Town
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kolonia Town
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kolonia Town
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kolonia Town
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kolonia Town
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pohnpei International Airport | PNI | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kolonia Town
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Danpei United Church of Christ | |
| Mwalok Church | |
| Roie Sokehs Pah Church | |
| St. Peter | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of Kolonia Town?
Kolonia Town has a population of 5,681 residents and is located in Micronesia. The population density is 5,980 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kolonia Town?
Kolonia Town 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.