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Pizarro, Colombia
Chocó · Colombia
Pizarro is a small city in Chocó, Colombia with a population of 18,561. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pizarro
Francisco Pizarro was a Spanish conquistador, best known for his expeditions that led to the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,561 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.9533°, -77.3660° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Chocó |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 244.5 inches (6,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pizarro
Pizarro is a small city in Colombia (Chocó) with a population of 18,561. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 244.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Pizarro
Pizarro has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is May (27.3°C), the coldest is Mar (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 6724 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 62 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 2,131.2 sq mi (5,519.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.9533°N, 77.3660°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1906 | BUENAVENTURA | Earthquake | - | - | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 16.3 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 16.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 23.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 18.5 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 25.6 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 27.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 25.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 24.9 in | Coldest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 19.4 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 21.1 in |
Pizarro has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in October to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 244.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (27.5") and February the driest (11.6").
Schools in Pizarro
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Agropecuaria Francisco Pizarro | - | - | - | - |
| School | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Pizarro
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Caraño Airport | UIB | Medium Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | COG | Small Airport |
| Pizarro Airport | PZR | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pizarro
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida De Colombia Pizarro |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pizarro?
Pizarro has a population of 18,561 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 2,131.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pizarro?
Pizarro 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 79°F in July. The area receives 62 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 244.5 inches.