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Sucre, Colombia
Cauca Department · Colombia
Sucre is a small town in Cauca Department, Colombia with a population of 2,552. Elevation: 3,734 ft (1,138 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sucre
Sucre, officially La Ilustre y Heroica Sucre is the de jure capital city of Bolivia, the capital of the Chuquisaca Department and the sixth most populous city in Bolivia. Located in the south-central part of the country, Sucre lies at an elevation of 2,790 m (9,150 ft), making it the second-highest capital city in the world after Quito. This relatively high altitude gives the city a subtropical highland climate with cool temperatures year-round. Over the centuries, the city has received various names, including La Plata, Charcas, and Chuquisaca. Today, the region is of predominantly Quechua background, with some Aymara communities and influences.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,552 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,734 ft (1,138 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0381°, -76.9245° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cauca Department |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.7 inches (1,923 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sucre
Sucre is a small town in Colombia (Cauca Department) with a population of 2,552. The city sits at an elevation of 3,734 feet (1,138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,734 ft (1,138 m) |
| Area | 378.8 sq mi (981.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0381°N, 76.9245°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 66 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 104 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 160 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 176 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 8.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 10.7 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 10.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 8.4 in |
Sucre has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 70°F in November to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 75.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.9") and July the driest (2.0").
Schools in Sucre
33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Llanada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Integ Antonio José de Sucre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Bautista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Lomitas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Integ Lerma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Aguas Frescas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Palo Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Betania | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA BTO AGROP STA RITA | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Carbonero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Mandur | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Guayana | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Rural Mix Los Uvos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Palmar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Nueva Argelia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Estoraque | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Campo Alegre | - | - | - | - |
| Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Romerillos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Novilleros El Cucho | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Rodrigo | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA BTO DPTAL AGROP MARISCAL SUCRE | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Cuchilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Hortigo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Piloto Agricola Alejandro Gomez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Carrizal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mix Cascajal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Aguacatillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Naranjal | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Rita | - | - | - | - |
| Carrizal | - | - | - | - |
| Carbonero | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sucre
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Stereo 88.4 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 1040 (1040 AM) | 2000s, 50s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Canela Estereo 99.4 FM | boleros, colombian music | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| POPAYAN FM 105.1 | - | AAC 112 kbps | |
| Radio Policia Nacional 95.7 FM | crossover, government | MP3 | |
| La mezcla FM 89.4 | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Mi Ruta Mi Musica Retro | dance, dj sets | AAC | |
| Super Estación 88.9 | 80s en español, pop en español e inglés | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tropicana Popayán 106.1 | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Sucre
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de La Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sucre
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Multitodo | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Sucre
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sucre
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sucre
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sucre
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sucre
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sucre
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sucre
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sucre
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Guillermo León Valencia Airport | PPN | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Timbiqui Airport | TBD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sucre
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Municipal de Sucre |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sucre
What is the population of Sucre?
Sucre has a population of 2,552 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 378.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sucre?
Sucre has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.7 inches.