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Riosucio, Colombia
Caldas Department · Colombia
Riosucio is a small city in Caldas Department, Colombia with a population of 18,950. Elevation: 5,823 ft (1,775 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Riosucio
Riosucio is a town and municipality in the department of Caldas in Colombia. It is best known for its biennial carnival, officially called the Carnival of Riosucio but commonly known by its former name of the "Carnival of the Devil", and is one of the biggest and most popular carnivals in Colombia. Located along the Colombian coffee growing axis, the municipality was made part of the "Coffee Cultural Landscape" UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,950 |
| Population Density | 92 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,823 ft (1,775 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4216°, -75.7032° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Caldas Department |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.3 inches (2,394 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Riosucio
Riosucio is a small city in Colombia (Caldas Department) with a population of 18,950. The city sits at an elevation of 5,823 feet (1,775 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Riosucio
Riosucio has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is May (18.6°C), the coldest is Nov (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 165 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,823 ft (1,775 m) |
| Area | 206.7 sq mi (535.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 92/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4216°N, 75.7032°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 58 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 72 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 77 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 94 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 11.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 11.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (16°C) | 6.5 in |
Riosucio has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 61°F in October to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 94.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.4") and January the driest (4.4").
Radio Stations near Riosucio
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia Salsa Dura | bomba, fania | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Lounge | chill, chillout | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Urbana | hip hop, metadata | AAC 128 kbps | |
| La Mega (Pereira) 105.2 FM | entretenimiento, latino | AAC 125 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Angular Stereo 97.2 FM | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Crossover | bachata, caribe | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Pop Rock | 00s, 80s | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Riosucio
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de las Plantas | ||||
| Museo del Sombrero |
Libraries in Riosucio
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Caramanta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Muncipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Gabriel Peláez Montoya | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Martin Fierro bookstore | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Riosucio
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería | |||||
| Galería de Filadelfia | |||||
| Galeria Municipal |
Hotels in Riosucio
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Riosucio
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Riosucio
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Riosucio
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Riosucio
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Riosucio
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Riosucio
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Riosucio
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Riosucio
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Riosucio
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| Matecaña International Airport | PEI | Medium Airport |
| Santa Ana Airport | CRC | Medium Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Risaralda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Riosucio
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 4-72 Riosucio |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Riosucio
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes | |
| Parroquia San Sebastián |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Riosucio?
Riosucio has a population of 18,950 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 92 people per square mile, spread across 206.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Riosucio?
Riosucio enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 165 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.3 inches.