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Plato, Colombia
Magdalena Department · Colombia
Plato is a mid-size city in Magdalena Department, Colombia with a population of 48,606. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Plato
Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher of Classical Athens who is most commonly considered the foundational thinker of the Western philosophical tradition. An innovator of the literary dialogue and dialectic forms, Plato influenced all the major areas of theoretical philosophy and practical philosophy, and was the founder of the Academy, a philosophical school in Athens where Plato taught the collection of philosophical theories that would later become known as Platonism.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,606 |
| Population Density | 70 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.7903°, -74.7824° |
| 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 | 59.9 inches (1,522 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Plato
Plato is a mid-size city in Colombia (Magdalena Department) with a population of 48,606. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 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 59.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Plato
Plato has an average annual temperature of 28.8°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.3°C), the coldest is Nov (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1043 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.5°F |
| 53% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 695.3 sq mi (1,800.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 70/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.7903°N, 74.7824°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 | — | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in |
Plato has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 59.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Plato
37 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Gabriel Escobar Ballestas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Departamental Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Santo Tomás | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Policarpa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Villa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix La Victoria | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Rodrigo Vives de Andreis | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urbano Mix Las Mercedes Numero 1 y 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urbano Mix 11 de Noviembre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Sn Nicolás | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cerro Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Comunal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix La Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Juana Arias de Benavides | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Urb de Varones | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urbano Mix 7 de Agosto | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Hugo Acero Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix San José | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix San Rafael | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Mix Sagrada Familia | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cristiano Emanuel | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín Infantil Mi Coranzoncito | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Educativo del Caribe Cedelca | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín Infantil Peniel | — | — | — | — |
| OTRA-SIGLA ESTABLECIMIENTO EDUC HORIZON GIMN BILING | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Buenos Aires | — | — | — | — |
| OTRA-SIGLA JARD LOS AMIGUITOS | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Mix La Union | — | — | — | — |
| Horizon Gimnacio Bilingüe | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Parroquial Mix | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Nueva Colombia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Alegria del Saber | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rual Mixta María Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Betsaida | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Buena Semilla | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Madre Laura | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Antonio del Río | — | — | — | — |
Stadiums & Teams in Plato
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Plato
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rafael Nuñez International Airport | CTG | Large Airport |
| Baracoa Airport | MGN | Medium Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | CZU | Medium Airport |
| Algarrobo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bethania Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cicuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cocosolo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corral Nuevo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Edén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Esfuerzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tambo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fundación Airport | FDA | Small Airport |
| Guamal Airport | GAA | Small Airport |
| Honduras Br Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Fe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Gaviota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mayorca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | MMP | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Plato
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Parroquia San Francisco de Asís |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Plato
6 places within 15 km
- • Isla Providencia
- • Cerro Bandera
- • Cerro Grande
- • Loma De Medinas
- • Loma Grande
- • Loma La Divisa
🇨🇴 About Colombia
Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Plato
What is the population of Plato?
Plato has a population of 48,606 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 695.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Plato?
Plato 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 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.9 inches.