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San José del Palmar, Colombia
Chocó · Colombia
San José del Palmar is a small town in Chocó, Colombia with a population of 2,392. Elevation: 3,527 ft (1,075 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José del Palmar
San José del Palmar is a municipality and town in the Chocó Department, Colombia in the central part of the country, 240 km (150 mi) west of the capital Bogotá. San José del Palmar is 1,288 meters (4,226 ft) above sea level and the population is about 4,800.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,392 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,527 ft (1,075 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.8962°, -76.2342° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Chocó |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.2 inches (2,825 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José del Palmar
San José del Palmar is a small town in Colombia (Chocó) with a population of 2,392. The city sits at an elevation of 3,527 feet (1,075 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.3°F |
| 30% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 136 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,527 ft (1,075 m) |
| Area | 104.9 sq mi (271.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.8962°N, 76.2342°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 | - | - | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santa Isabel (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 97 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 101 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 104 km |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 9.3 in | |
| February | 71°F (21°C) | 7.8 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 11.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 13.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 12.0 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 10.3 in |
San José del Palmar has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 69°F in October to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 111.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.5") and July the driest (5.8").
Schools in San José del Palmar
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sede Antonio Ricauter | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Josesede Principal | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near San José del Palmar
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mega (Pereira) 105.2 FM | entretenimiento, latino | AAC 125 kbps |
Libraries in San José del Palmar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca pública municipal El Cairo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San José del Palmar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de mercado El Cairo |
Airports Near San José del Palmar
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Eden Airport | AXM | Medium Airport |
| Matecaña International Airport | PEI | Medium Airport |
| Santa Ana Airport | CRC | Medium Airport |
| El Cedrito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda La Elvira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Risaralda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Mesa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Gaviotas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | COG | Small Airport |
| Portugalito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Praga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Paila Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Marino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tierra Blanca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San José del Palmar?
San José del Palmar has a population of 2,392 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 104.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José del Palmar?
San José del Palmar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 136 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.2 inches.