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San Fernando, Colombia
Bolívar · Colombia
San Fernando is a small town in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 1,615. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Fernando
San Fernando is a town and municipality located in the Bolívar Department, northern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,615 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2797°, -74.5339° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Bolívar |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.7 inches (1,948 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Fernando
San Fernando is a small town in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 1,615. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.0°F |
| 52% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 274.6 sq mi (711.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2797°N, 74.5339°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 | — | — | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 8.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.7 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.5 in |
San Fernando has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 76.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.5") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in San Fernando
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Departamental San José | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Tupe | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de El Vesubio | — | — | — | — |
Museums in San Fernando
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Museo Cultural |
Libraries in San Fernando
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibloteca Publica Municipal Rotaria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Fernando
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ara | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo | |||||
| Tiendas ARA |
Stadiums & Teams in San Fernando
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Fernando
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baracoa Airport | MGN | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cicuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corral Nuevo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Edén Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guamal Airport | GAA | Small Airport |
| Julia Carolina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Gaviota Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Palma 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 Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | SRS | Small Airport |
| San Martin Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Fernando?
San Fernando has a population of 1,615 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 274.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Fernando?
San Fernando has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.7 inches.