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Palmar, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Palmar is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 360. Elevation: 2,976 ft (907 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palmar
Palmar är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Santander, i den centrala delen av landet, 230 km norr om huvudstaden Bogotá. Palmar ligger 907 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 360.
People
Climate
| Population | 360 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,976 ft (907 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5377°, -73.2923° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palmar
Palmar is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 360. The city sits at an elevation of 2,976 feet (907 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,976 ft (907 m) |
| Area | 52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5377°N, 73.2923°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 8.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in |
Palmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 71°F in October to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (2.2").
Schools in Palmar
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Instituto Técnico Jose Rueda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Santo Domingo Sede H | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Palogordo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Santo Domingo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Ojo de Agua | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Tec José Rueda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cincomil | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Instituto Técnico Jose Rueda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Ojo de Agua | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Cuchillas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Palogordo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Palmar
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrancabermeja Virtual | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 |
Museums in Palmar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura José Acevedo y Gómez | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| La Rancha | ||||
| Museo de la Cerámica | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico y Arqueológico |
Libraries in Palmar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Galvis Galvis | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioparque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Carlos Martinez Silva | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisco de Paula Santander | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura Alcira Obregon | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palmar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado de Curití | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Palmar
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Palmar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega JJG |
Stadiums & Teams in Palmar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palmar
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Yariguíes Airport | EJA | Medium Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cascajera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Ponderosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palmar
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nuestra Señora de los Dolores |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Palmar
What is the population of Palmar?
Palmar has a population of 360 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 52.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palmar?
Palmar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.