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Ovejas, Colombia
Sucre Department · Colombia
Ovejas is a small city in Sucre Department, Colombia with a population of 13,284. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ovejas
Ovejas is a town and municipality located in the Sucre Department, northern Colombia where the traditional Cumbia festival "Francisco Llirene" takes place in October.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,284 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5272°, -75.2287° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Sucre Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.1 inches (1,553 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ovejas
Ovejas is a small city in Colombia (Sucre Department) with a population of 13,284. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet (260 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Ovejas
Ovejas has an average annual temperature of 28.8°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.8°C), the coldest is Nov (27.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 998 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 252.3 sq mi (653.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5272°N, 75.2287°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.1 in |
Ovejas has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in October to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (0.7").
Schools in Ovejas
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Coinst La Aldea | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Mula San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San José de Almagra | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Sebastián de Belalcazar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Pijiguay | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA LA PEÑA | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa José Cardenas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Coinst de San Jaime | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Coinst El Recreo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Loma del Banco | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA TEC AGROP EL PIÑAL | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Alianza Para El Progreso | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa Rosa de Lima | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San José | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Gabriel Taboada Santodomingo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Hogar Don Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Damasco | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Vicente Caviedes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela María Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Las Mercedes | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Santa Fe | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Campin | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Capiro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Fernando Diaz | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Los Andes | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Francisco de Asis | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Corral de Los Muchachos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tecnico Agropecuario Flor del Monte | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Osos | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO NUESTRA SEÑORA DE LAS MERCEDES | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Babillas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Villa Colombia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Palmar | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ovejas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura - El Carmen de Bolivar | ||||
| MuseoZenú Manuel Huertas Vergara | ||||
| MuseoZenú Manuel Huertas Vergara |
Libraries in Ovejas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Banco de la República | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Genaro Martinez | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Hugo Luis Salcedo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Hugo Luis Salcedo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pompeyo Molina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Departamental | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Departamental | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ovejas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ara | |||||
| D1 | |||||
| D1 | |||||
| Justo y bieno | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Publico de Sincelejo | |||||
| Mercado Publico de Sincelejo | |||||
| Mercado Público El Papayo | |||||
| Olimpica | |||||
| Plaza de mercado |
Restaurants in Ovejas
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ovejas
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ovejas
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ovejas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha de Fútbol de Mochila | ||
| Cancha Municipal de Fútbol 15 de Mayo | ||
| Estadio | ||
| Estadio | ||
| Estadio de Futbol Arturo Cumplido Sierra |
Airports Near Ovejas
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baracoa Airport | MGN | Medium Airport |
| Coveñas Airport | CVE | Medium Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | CZU | Medium Airport |
| Los Garzones Airport | MTR | Medium Airport |
| Berástegui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cicuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corral Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Rincón de Mucura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Golfo de Morrosquillo Airport | TLU | Small Airport |
| Honduras Br Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mochuelos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Morros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ovejas
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación Fisiocender Ltda. | ||
| CERINPROS | ||
| Clínica | ||
| Clínica General de Sucre | ||
| Clínica Integral de Sincelejo | ||
| Clínica La Medalla Milagrosa | ||
| Clínica Oftalmológica de Sucre | ||
| Clínica Pediátrica Niño Jesús | ||
| CLÍNICA SANTA ISABEL | ||
| COOMEVA | ||
| IPS Salud Social |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ovejas
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centro Familiar Cristiano | |
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ovejas
What is the population of Ovejas?
Ovejas has a population of 13,284 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 252.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ovejas?
Ovejas 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 80°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.