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Palomas, Puerto Rico
Yauco · Puerto Rico
Palomas is a small town in Yauco, Puerto Rico with a population of 2,321. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palomas
Palomas is a barrio in the municipality of Comerío, Puerto Rico. Its population in 2010 was 4,719.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,321 |
| Population Density | 4,642 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | 18.0136°, -66.8732° |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico |
| Country | 🇵🇷 Puerto Rico |
| State / Province | Yauco |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.6 inches (1,183 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palomas
Palomas is a small town in Puerto Rico (Yauco) with a population of 2,321. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is America/Puerto_Rico.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Puerto Rico avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 354 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,642/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 18.0136°N, 66.8732°W |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.1 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1918 | PUERTO RICO: MONA PASSAGE | Eruption + Earthquake | 6.1 m | 144 | 83 km |
| 2020 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 4 | 9 km |
| 1918 | PUERTO RICO | Earthquake | — | — | 60 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 2.5 in |
Palomas has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 72°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.2") and February the driest (1.9").
Schools in Palomas
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Catalá | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Benicia Vélez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ceferino Colón Lucca | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Luis A. Ferre Aguayo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Magueyes II | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Inés María Mendoza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Loaiza Cordero del Rosario | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Palomas
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salseo Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Paraiso 92.9 FM | christian, christmas music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Isla Rock | rock en espanol | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Palomas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Historia Ramón Rivera García "Bonyé" | ||||
| Casa Museo Filiberto Ojeda Ríos | ||||
| Museo Amaury Veray Torregrosa | ||||
| Museo Casa del Pueblo | ||||
| Museo de Arqueología, Historia y Epigrafía de Guayanilla | ||||
| Museo de Arte Alfredo Ramírez de Arellano | ||||
| Museo de Arte Religioso de la Capilla del Antiguo Convento de Porta Coeli | ||||
| Museo de la Farmacia | ||||
| Museo de la Historia de San German | ||||
| Museo Galería | ||||
| Museo Pedro Juan Vargas Mercado |
Libraries in Palomas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Guayanilla | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pura Platti González | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de Recuersos para el Aprendizaje | 0.0 | |||||
| Juan Cancio Ortiz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palomas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Mercado Familiar | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| El Mercado Familiar | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| Gran Pulguero de Sabana Grande | |||||
| Plaza del Mercado | |||||
| Plaza del Mercado José del Carmen Alemañy |
Monuments in Palomas
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Palomas
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palomas
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Palomas
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Palomas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Superfund Sites Near Palomas
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| CEMEX DE PUERTO RICO INC | PR-10 | PONCE |
| ECOELECTRICA - COGENERATION PLANT AND LNG TERMINAL | PR-337 KM 3.7 | PENUELAS |
Airports Near Palomas
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nery Juarbe Pol Airport | ARE | Medium Airport |
| Eugenio Maria De Hostos Airport | MAZ | Medium Airport |
| Mercedita International Airport | PSE | Medium Airport |
| Rafael Hernández International Airport | BQN | Medium Airport |
| Adjuntas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boqueron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cocal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuylers Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fort Allen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Labadle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lajas Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Isabel Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palomas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Santa Rosa de Lima | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Puerto Rico
21 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Palomas?
Palomas has a population of 2,321 residents and is located in Puerto Rico. The population density is 4,642 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palomas?
Palomas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 354 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches.