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Palmar de Varela, Colombia
Atlántico · Colombia
Palmar de Varela is a small city in Atlántico, Colombia with a population of 27,098. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palmar de Varela
Palmar de Varela is a municipality and town in the Colombian department of Atlántico.
People
Climate
| Population | 27,098 |
| Population Density | 747 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.7406°, -74.7544° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Atlántico |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.0 inches (1,066 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palmar de Varela
Palmar de Varela is a small city in Colombia (Atlántico) with a population of 27,098. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Palmar de Varela
Palmar de Varela has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is May (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 885 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.5°F |
| 53% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 36.3 sq mi (93.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 747/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.7406°N, 74.7544°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | OFF THE COAST NEAR SANTA MARTA | Unknown | 8.0 m | - | 57 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in |
Palmar de Varela has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in January to 83°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Palmar de Varela
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olímpica Stéreo 92.1 Barranquilla | champeta, entretenimiento | UNKNOWN 146 kbps | |
| Barranquilla Estereo | 80s, cumbia | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Mi%Vallenatísima | tropical, vallenato | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Madrigal Stereo | champeta, merengue | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| vallenata stereo | music, vallenato | MP3 | |
| Metrópolis Stereo | champeta, merengue | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Tiempo 96.1 FM | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Walkman Radio | anglo, classic hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Universal Stereo FM | - | MP3 | |
| SALSA Y CHARANGA 24/7 | caribbean music, latino | MP3 | |
| UNIAUTÓNOMA 94.1 FM | cultural, music | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Palmar de Varela
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolivarian Museum | ||||
| Bolivarian Museum | ||||
| Bolivarian Museum | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura de Puerto Colombia | ||||
| Casa Museo Julio Flórez | ||||
| Museo Cultural del Caribe | ||||
| Museo Cultural del Caribe | ||||
| Museo Cultural del Caribe | ||||
| Museo de Arte Moderno | ||||
| Museo de Arte Moderno | ||||
| Museo de Arte Moderno | ||||
| Museo de Galapa MUGA | ||||
| Museo del Atlantico | ||||
| Museo del Atlantico | ||||
| Museo del Atlantico | ||||
| Museo Histórico de Baranoa MUHBA | ||||
| Museo Histórico de Baranoa MUHBA |
Libraries in Palmar de Varela
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avión didactico | 0.0 | |||||
| Avión didactico | 0.0 | |||||
| Avión didactico | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Bilingüe | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Combarraquilla | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Combarraquilla | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Combarraquilla | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Gardenias | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal ”Pedro Dionisio Narvaez" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal de Baranoa | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular del Barrio La Paz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular del Barrio La Paz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular del Barrio La Paz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Popular La Manga | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de Villas de San Pablo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal Villa Olímpica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palmar de Varela
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Vargas | |||||
| Galeria La 32 | |||||
| Galeria Robertico | |||||
| Galeria San Nicolas | |||||
| La esquina del arte | |||||
| Mercado Barranquillita | |||||
| Mercado de Granos | |||||
| Mercado de Granos | |||||
| Mercado de Mariscos | |||||
| Mercado E.P.M | |||||
| Mercado El Playón | |||||
| Mercado Gran Bazar | |||||
| Mercado La Magola | |||||
| Mercado Miami | |||||
| Mercado Miami 2 | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Baranoa | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Publico de Soledad | |||||
| Mercado Público del Caribe | |||||
| Mercado Sredni | |||||
| Plaza del Pescado | |||||
| Plaza del Platano |
Stadiums & Teams in Palmar de Varela
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio de Béisbol Humberto Vasquez | ||
| Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez | ||
| Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Meléndez | ||
| Estadio Moderno "Julio Torres" | ||
| Estadio Moderno "Julio Torres" | ||
| Velódromo de Barranquilla | ||
| Velódromo de Barranquilla |
Airports Near Palmar de Varela
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport | BAQ | Large Airport |
| Simón Bolívar International Airport | SMR | Medium Airport |
| Aerodromo Los Campanos | - | Small Airport |
| Algarrobo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bethania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cocosolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Cairano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Coraje Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Esfuerzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fundación Airport | FDA | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Veracruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Amalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ceiba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cheka Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Fe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Fe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Palmar de Varela
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ahcoholicos Anonimos | ||
| Clínica General San Diego S.A.S. | ||
| Clínica General San Diego S.A.S. | ||
| mutualser PÉREZ RADIÓLOGOS S.A.S. | ||
| mutualser PÉREZ RADIÓLOGOS S.A.S. | ||
| Viva 1A IPS | ||
| Viva 1A IPS |
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What is the population of Palmar de Varela?
Palmar de Varela has a population of 27,098 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 747 people per square mile, spread across 36.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palmar de Varela?
Palmar de Varela has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.