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Río Viejo, Colombia
Bolívar · Colombia
Río Viejo is a small city in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 8,125. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Río Viejo
Río Viejo is a town and municipality located in the Bolívar Department, northern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,125 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5886°, -73.8397° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Bolívar |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.2 inches (2,368 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Río Viejo
Río Viejo is a small city in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 8,125. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.1°F |
| 54% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 932.8 sq mi (2,416.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5886°N, 73.8397°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1961 | NORTHEASTERN | Earthquake | - | - | 59 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 8.9 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 12.1 in | |
| June | 83°F (28°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 11.2 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 16.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in |
Río Viejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 82°F in October to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 93.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (16.1") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Río Viejo
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICBF | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Jardín | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Isidro de Cuba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Garita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Casa de Dios | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Blancas Palomas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cebadillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix de San Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Piedra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Sn José | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Sn Martín de Loba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Luis | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Caimatal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Juan Gabriel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbana Mixta de Rioviejo | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa de Rioviejo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Río Viejo
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| colvalencia radio 97.7 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| buenísima radio tv | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 106.2 FM | latino, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 89.1 FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta 102.7 FM | crossover, grupera | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Hotels in Río Viejo
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Río Viejo
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Río Viejo
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guamal Airport | GAA | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Tapias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Monjes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Millan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | MMP | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Del Sud Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Río Viejo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Cuadrangular | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Río Viejo
What is the population of Río Viejo?
Río Viejo has a population of 8,125 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 932.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Río Viejo?
Río Viejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.2 inches.