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Montecristo, Colombia

Bolívar · Colombia

Montecristo is a small city in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 13,470. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,470 Population 10/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
111.6 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Montecristo

Montecristo

Montecristo, also Monte Cristo and formerly Oglasa, is an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea and part of the Tuscan Archipelago. Administratively it belongs to the municipality of Portoferraio in the province of Livorno, Italy. The island has an area of 10.39 km2 (4.01 sq mi), is approximately 4.1 km (2.5 mi) wide at its widest point, and is 3.4 km (2.1 mi) long; the coasts are steep, and extend for 16 km (9.9 mi). The island is a state nature reserve and forms part of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park.

People

Population13,470
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain111.6 in/yr
Sunny Days146/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Population13,470
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates8.2971°, -74.4733°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBolívar
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation111.6 inches (2,835 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Montecristo

Montecristo is a small city in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 13,470. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Climate in Montecristo

Montecristo has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.3°C), the coldest is Oct (26.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1225 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29°C / 84°F 22.1° / 38° 29.3
Feb 30.3°C / 87°F 23° / 39.5° 29.8
Mar 30.3°C / 87°F 23.2° / 39.5° 62.7
Apr 29.3°C / 85°F 23.8° / 39.4° 145.6
May 28.5°C / 83°F 23.5° / 38° 168.5
Jun 27.7°C / 82°F 23.4° / 34.2° 129.9
Jul 28.2°C / 83°F 23.1° / 35.3° 129.5
Aug 27.7°C / 82°F 23.1° / 35.4° 108.0
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 22.9° / 34.9° 120.0
Oct 26.7°C / 80°F 22.5° / 33.2° 141.9
Nov 26.8°C / 80°F 22.4° / 33.7° 112.5
Dec 27.8°C / 82°F 22.1° / 34.8° 47.1
Montecristo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 111.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

78°F Jan (26°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.4°F
45% above Colombia avg
January Average78°F (26°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days146 days/yr

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area1,354.2 sq mi (3,507.3 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates8.2971°N, 74.4733°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 111.6"
194% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 16.93"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

88 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.6 on May 11, 2025.

Apr 15, 2020 13 km NNE of Pinillos, Colombia M5.7 82 km
Feb 23, 2022 26 km SW of Santa Rosa del Sur, Colombia M5.5 59 km
Sep 8, 2001 10 km NNE of Pueblo Nuevo, Colombia M5.1 50 km
Apr 20, 2009 14 km ESE of San Alberto, Colombia M5.1 147 km
Jul 7, 2010 9 km NNW of Ciénaga de Oro, Colombia M5.0 149 km
Sep 3, 1993 34 km NW of Cantagallo, Colombia M4.9 85 km
Feb 17, 1994 29 km WSW of San Alberto, Colombia M4.9 115 km
Jun 11, 1996 13 km ENE of Remedios, Colombia M4.9 138 km
Mar 28, 2000 27 km ESE of Zaragoza, Colombia M4.9 103 km
Oct 31, 1995 30 km WNW of Cáceres, Colombia M4.8 145 km
Jun 30, 1991 16 km E of Nechí, Colombia M4.8 27 km
Aug 25, 2013 13 km NW of El Bagre, Colombia M4.8 83 km
Mar 31, 2009 20 km WNW of San Carlos, Colombia M4.8 69 km
Jan 4, 1998 11 km NNW of Regidor, Colombia M4.7 83 km
Nov 25, 1990 18 km NE of Caucasia, Colombia M4.7 69 km
Apr 18, 2001 9 km WSW of Nechí, Colombia M4.7 50 km
Mar 21, 2017 4 km N of Barrancabermeja, Colombia M4.7 148 km
Jun 25, 1995 25 km SW of Montelíbano, Colombia M4.7 131 km
May 11, 2025 12 km E of Puerto Wilches, Colombia M4.6 132 km
Feb 24, 1994 19 km WNW of Ayapel, Colombia M4.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1961 NORTHEASTERN Earthquake - - 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 78°F (26°C) 2.2 in Driest
February 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
March 80°F (26°C) 3.3 in Warmest
April 80°F (26°C) 9.4 in
May 79°F (26°C) 13.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 9.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 12.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 13.6 in
September 78°F (25°C) 13.9 in
October 78°F (25°C) 16.9 in Coldest, Wettest
November 78°F (25°C) 9.0 in
December 78°F (26°C) 5.5 in

Montecristo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in October to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 111.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (16.9") and January the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Montecristo

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OTRA-SIGLA CAMPO ALEGRE - - - -
OTRA-SIGLA MINA PIOJO - - - -
OTRA-SIGLA JERUSALEN - - - -
OTRA-SIGLA MINA SEIS - - - -
Escuela Nueva Paraiso - - - -
Escuela Nueva El Catatumbo - - - -
Escuela Nueva La Concepción - - - -
COLEGIO DE ENSEÑANZA MEDIA - - - -
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Airports Near Montecristo

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Bagre AirportEBGMedium Airport
Juan H White AirportCAQMedium Airport
Las Flores AirportELBMedium Airport
Ayapel AirportAYASmall Airport
Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport-Small Airport
El Algarrobo Airport-Small Airport
El Cebruno Airport-Small Airport
Gamarra AirportGRASmall Airport
La Concepción Airport-Small Airport
Las Tapias Airport-Small Airport
Millan Airport-Small Airport
Patetal Airport-Small Airport
San Marcos Airport-Small Airport
San Marcos AirportSRSSmall Airport
Santa Rosa Del Sud Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
150 m (492 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Montecristo

What is the population of Montecristo?

Montecristo has a population of 13,470 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,354.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Montecristo?

Montecristo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.6 inches.

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