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San Marcos, Colombia
Sucre Department · Colombia
San Marcos is a mid-size city in Sucre Department, Colombia with a population of 60,735. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Marcos
San Marcos är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Sucre, i den norra delen av landet, 500 km norr om huvudstaden Bogotá. San Marcos ligger 25 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 36 549.
People
Climate
| Population | 60,735 |
| Population Density | 173 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6597°, -75.1281° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Sucre Department |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.1 inches (2,619 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Marcos
San Marcos is a mid-size city in Colombia (Sucre Department) with a population of 60,735. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 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 103.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in San Marcos
San Marcos has an average annual temperature of 28.4°C (83°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.6°C), the coldest is Oct (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1315 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.2°F |
| 52% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 351.6 sq mi (910.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 173/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6597°N, 75.1281°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 6.4 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 10.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 12.2 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 13.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 15.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 14.5 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | Coldest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.6 in |
San Marcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in October to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 103.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (15.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in San Marcos
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENA | College | — | — |
Schools in San Marcos
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Coinst Candelaria | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA URB DE NIÑAS M INMACULADA | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb San Rafael | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Bachillerato San Marcos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Candelaria | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA MONSEÑOR SANTOS | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio John F Kennedy | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc El Reparo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix San José | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix San Marquitos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Mix Veracruz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Santo Domingo Vidal | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Tec Diversificado El Limon | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA RUR CAÑAHUATE | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Pueblo Buho | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Las Pavitas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cristiano Alfa y Omega | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Llano | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Torno | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Cayo de la Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural La Nueva Metra | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Bocapuerta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Campo Nuevo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Palo Alto | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Coinst Belen | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Pital | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Santa Ines | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio María Auxiliadora | — | — | — | — |
| Gimnasio del San Jorge | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Latinoamericano | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Jard Inf La Candelaria | — | — | — | — |
| Fundación Educ San Jorge | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in San Marcos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Marcos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Público |
Stadiums & Teams in San Marcos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Marcos
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baracoa Airport | MGN | Medium Airport |
| Coveñas Airport | CVE | Medium Airport |
| Juan H White Airport | CAQ | Medium Airport |
| Las Brujas Airport | CZU | Medium Airport |
| Los Garzones Airport | MTR | Medium Airport |
| Ayapel Airport | AYA | Small Airport |
| Berástegui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cicuco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Algarrobo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Cebruno Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Mochuelos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mondo Nuevo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelibano Airport | MTB | Small Airport |
| Patetal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | MMP | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | SRS | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near San Marcos
11 places within 15 km
- • Canales y camellones
- • Canales y Camellones
- • Canales y Camellones
- • Canales y Camellones
- • Canales y Camellones
- + 4 more
- • Islandia
- • Loma Persiana
🇨🇴 About Colombia
Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Marcos
What is the population of San Marcos?
San Marcos has a population of 60,735 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 173 people per square mile, spread across 351.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Marcos?
San Marcos 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 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.1 inches.