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Pivijay, Colombia
Magdalena Department · Colombia
Pivijay is a mid-size city in Magdalena Department, Colombia with a population of 33,047. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pivijay
Pivijay is a town and municipality of the Colombian Department of Magdalena. Founded in 1774 by José Flores, Julian Valera y Antonio Sánchez. Promoted to municipality in 1912.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,047 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.4617°, -74.6162° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Magdalena Department |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pivijay
Pivijay is a mid-size city in Colombia (Magdalena Department) with a population of 33,047. 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 82°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Pivijay
Pivijay has an average annual temperature of 28.7°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.1°C), the coldest is Nov (27.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.6°F |
| 53% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 250 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 736.7 sq mi (1,908.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.4617°N, 74.6162°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 | - | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 1.3 in |
Pivijay has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in Pivijay
29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Departamental Rural de Media Luna | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Departamental Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Comunal Vicente Caballero Campo | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA URB MIX DIVINO NIÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbano Mix Numero 3 Madre Laura | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Beatriz Cotes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix María Inmaculada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbano Mix Numero 2 San Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbano Mix Numero 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Liceo Pivijay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Simon Bolívar | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agrop José María Herrera Orozco | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA RUR MIX DIVINO NIÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural de Varones San José | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Retirada | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Providencia | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA ERM LA ISLA | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Agrop Otilia Mena Alvarez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Martinete | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Salado | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Julepe | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Campo Alegre | - | - | - | - |
| JARDIN INFANTIL PARAISO DE LOS NIÑOS | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Mis Amiguitos Traviesos | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educ San José | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Piaget | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Integl Grandes Talentos | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO CASITA DE SUEÑOS | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Educativo del Caribe Cedelca | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Pivijay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPM Concordia | 0.0 | |||||
| Laboratory | 0.0 |
Airports Near Pivijay
26 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 |
| El Cairano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Coraje Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Esfuerzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fundación Airport | FDA | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Veracruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Julia Carolina 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 Palma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mayorca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Martin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Pivijay?
Pivijay has a population of 33,047 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 736.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pivijay?
Pivijay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.