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Nuquí, Colombia
Chocó · Colombia
Nuquí is a small town in Chocó, Colombia with a population of 2,741. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nuquí
Nuquí is a municipality and town in the Chocó Department, Colombia. The municipality of Nuquí is located in the department of Chocó in the Western part of Colombia between the mountainous area of Baudó and the Pacific Ocean. Nuquí has a great cultural diversity as well as a big variety of flora and fauna.
Nuquí has 8096 inhabitants, 3095 of which live in the municipal capital. The majority of the population are Afro-Colombians, another part of the population is represented by members of indigenous tribes.
Nuquí was founded as a municipality in 1915, before it was a sub-division of the municipality Valle, Chocó.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,741 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7125°, -77.2708° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Chocó |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 215.2 inches (5,467 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nuquí
Nuquí is a small town in Colombia (Chocó) with a population of 2,741. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 215.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 72 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 677.5 sq mi (1,754.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7125°N, 77.2708°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | Driest |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 16.5 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 20.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 20.2 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 24.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 20.2 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 22.5 in | Coldest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 20.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 20.8 in |
Nuquí has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 78°F in October to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 215.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (24.9") and February the driest (7.4").
Colleges & Universities in Nuquí
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro regional de educación superior - CERES | College | - | , |
Schools in Nuquí
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEDE TRIBUGÁ | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Brisas del Litoral de Pangui | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Diego Luis Córdoba | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Nuquí
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca pública | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nuquí
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nuquí
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nuquí
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nuquí
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Caraño Airport | UIB | Medium Airport |
| José Celestino Mutis Airport | BSC | Medium Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | COG | Small Airport |
| Reyes Murillo Airport | NQU | Small Airport |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nuquí
What is the population of Nuquí?
Nuquí has a population of 2,741 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 677.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nuquí?
Nuquí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 72 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 215.2 inches.