Nueva Palmira, Uruguay
Colonia · Uruguay
Nueva Palmira is a small city in Colonia, Uruguay with a population of 10,775. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Nueva Palmira
Nueva Palmira is a city in Colonia Department in south-western Uruguay.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,775 |
| Population Density | 1,284 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -33.8703°, -58.4118° |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
| Country | 🇺🇾 Uruguay |
| State / Province | Colonia |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,008 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nueva Palmira
Nueva Palmira is a small city in Uruguay (Colonia) with a population of 10,775. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is America/Montevideo.
Climate in Nueva Palmira
Nueva Palmira has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jan (25.5°C), the coldest is Jul (10.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 864 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Uruguay avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 8.4 sq mi (21.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,284/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8703°S, 58.4118°W |
| Timezone | America/Montevideo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1542 | RIO SAN JUAN | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 14 | 59 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.3 in |
Nueva Palmira has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 52°F in July to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.2").
Schools in Nueva Palmira
10 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 8 Adela Acevedo de Varela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 7 Juan Zorrilla de San Martín | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 92 Elvira Justa Pere Peruzzo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 113 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 139 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 61 | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo de Nueva Palmira Doctor Meduleo Pérez Fontana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Técnica Nueva Palmira | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 52 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 18 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nueva Palmira
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Carmelo | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| FM Fenix (AR) | - | OGG 64 kbps |
Museums in Nueva Palmira
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calera de las Huérfanas | ||||
| Museum of Wood |
Hotels in Nueva Palmira
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nueva Palmira
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Nueva Palmira
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nueva Palmira
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nueva Palmira
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nueva Palmira
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nueva Palmira
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroparque Jorge Newbery | AEP | Large Airport |
| El Palomar Airport | EPA | Medium Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Anchorena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo de Mayo Military Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colonia Laguna de Los Patos International Airport | CYR | Small Airport |
| Escobar Aeroclub | - | Small Airport |
| Isla Martin Garcia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Islas Del Ibicuy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Arcadia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Luján Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mariano Moreno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ricardo Detomasi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Independencia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zagarzazú International Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zarate Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nueva Palmira
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Virgen de los 33 Orientales |
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Public Holidays in Uruguay
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What is the population of Nueva Palmira?
Nueva Palmira has a population of 10,775 residents and is located in Uruguay. The population density is 1,284 people per square mile, spread across 8.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nueva Palmira?
Nueva Palmira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.
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