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San Zenón, Colombia
Magdalena Department · Colombia
San Zenón is a small city in Magdalena Department, Colombia with a population of 6,520. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Zenón
San Zenón is a town and municipality of the Colombian Department of Magdalena. It was founded in 1751 by Antonio de Mier y Guerra. On April 30, 1950, it was elevated to the category of municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,520 |
| Population Density | 24 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2422°, -74.5004° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Magdalena Department |
| 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 Zenón
San Zenón is a small city in Colombia (Magdalena Department) with a population of 6,520. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 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 | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 274.6 sq mi (711.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2422°N, 74.5004°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 | - | - | 127 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 Zenón 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 Zenón
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Guinea | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Departamental Gerardo Valencia Cano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Penoncito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Ancon | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop Ambiental de Terrafirme | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Loma de Simon | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Lobata | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop La Rinconada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela María Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
Museums in San Zenón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Museo Cultural |
Libraries in San Zenón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Zenón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Nuevo | |||||
| Tiendas ARA |
Stadiums & Teams in San Zenón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Zenón
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Baracoa Airport | MGN | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cicuco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corral Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Algarrobo 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 |
| Las Tapias 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 Zenón?
San Zenón has a population of 6,520 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 274.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Zenón?
San Zenón 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.