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Sucre, Colombia

Santander Department · Colombia

Sucre is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 1,095. Elevation: 7,041 ft (2,146 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,095 Population 1/sq mi density
7,041 ft Elevation 2,146 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
88.5 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Sucre

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

Population1,095
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain88.5 in/yr
Sunny Days176/yr
Elevation7,041 ft (2,146 m)
Population1,095
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation7,041 ft (2,146 m)
Coordinates5.9183°, -73.7911°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceSantander Department
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation88.5 inches (2,247 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sucre

Sucre is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 1,095. The city sits at an elevation of 7,041 feet (2,146 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Sucre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 176 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 88.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,041 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above Colombia avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days176 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,041 ft (2,146 m)
Area1,137.2 sq mi (2,945.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates5.9183°N, 73.7911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 88.5"
133% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 11.89"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,257 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jul 23, 2025.

Jan 19, 1995 16 km ESE of Páez, Colombia M6.5 137 km
Mar 10, 2015 2 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M6.2 130 km
Jan 2, 1992 2 km NW of Chiquinquirá, Colombia M5.8 32 km
Jan 22, 1995 9 km E of Páez, Colombia M5.7 130 km
Feb 17, 2008 5 km ESE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 132 km
May 6, 2007 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 128 km
Nov 8, 1999 8 km SW of San Andrés, Colombia M5.4 136 km
Mar 10, 2023 4 km NNW of Aratoca, Colombia M5.4 124 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 127 km
Nov 19, 2001 8 km E of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 135 km
May 20, 1995 7 km WNW of San Miguel de Sema, Colombia M5.3 41 km
Jan 21, 1995 13 km NNE of Sabanalarga, Colombia M5.3 138 km
Feb 25, 2005 northern Colombia M5.3 116 km
Dec 3, 1990 1 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 131 km
Jan 1, 1990 8 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 134 km
Jan 1, 1997 4 km W of San Andrés, Colombia M5.3 140 km
Jan 24, 2019 3 km W of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 127 km
Dec 31, 1990 5 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 133 km
Apr 26, 2002 12 km WSW of El Carmen de Chucurí, Colombia M5.2 83 km
Jun 23, 1990 8 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (190 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bravo, Cerro Stratovolcano 3,985 m (13,074 ft) 1720 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Driest
February 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
March 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in Warmest
April 64°F (18°C) 10.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 11.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 8.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 6.2 in
August 63°F (17°C) 7.2 in
September 63°F (17°C) 9.3 in
October 63°F (17°C) 11.9 in Coldest, Wettest
November 63°F (17°C) 8.8 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in

Sucre has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 63°F in October to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 88.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Sucre

20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OTRA-SIGLA ES RUR CALLEJON PRIMERO - - - -
Escuela Rural Vereda Helechales - - - -
Escuela Rural Vereda Clavellinos - - - -
Escuela Rural Vereda Organos - - - -
Escuela rural cuchina segunda - - - -
Colegio Sergio Ariza - - - -
Colegio Sergio Ariza - - - -
Escuela Rural La Union - - - -
Escuela Rural Mercadillo - - - -
ESCUELA RUR PEÑA BLANCA - - - -
Escuela Granadillo - - - -
Escuela Rural Clavellinas - - - -
Escuela Rural Organos - - - -
Escuela Rural Cararito - - - -
Escuela Rural Astilleros - - - -
Escuela Rural El Hoyo - - - -
Escuela Rural Camilo Torres - - - -
Escuela Ruaral Vereda Clavellinos - - - -
Escuela Vereda Organos - - - -
Escuela Rural Cuchina Segunda - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sucre

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM 40s, 50s AAC+ 128 kbps
La Jefa 1300 AM entretenimiento, music MP3 128 kbps
Santa Barbara Stereo 106.6 FM entretenimiento, local radio AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Sucre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Historia Natural
Museo Real de Vélez
Primavera mill

Libraries in Sucre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ALCALDIA MUNICIPAL0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca CUV0.0
Biblioteca Luis Alvaro Chacón de Luna0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Alejandria0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Biblioteca San josé de Pare0.0
Biblioteca SENA0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0
Casa de la Cultura Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Sucre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Casa de Mercado
Casa de Mercado Mi Cosecha
Mercado bovino
Plaza de ferias
Plaza de ferias
Plaza de Ferias
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado Barbosa
Plaza de Mercado Municipal
Plaza Municipal de Mercado

Restaurants in Sucre

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante J'S

Bus Stations in Sucre

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agencia CotransRicaurte

Banks in Sucre

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agrarian Bank
Banco Agrario de Colombia - Banco

Stadiums & Teams in Sucre

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sucre

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tunja Airport-Medium Airport
Barbosa Airport-Small Airport
Cimitarra AirportCIMSmall Airport
Comuneros Airport-Small Airport
Furatena Airport-Small Airport
Juan Jose Rondon AirportRONSmall Airport
La Esperanza Airport-Small Airport
Muzo Airport-Small Airport
Puerto Berrio AirportPBESmall Airport
San Gil Airport-Small Airport
Velásquez AirportPYASmall Airport

Post Offices in Sucre

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Interrapidisimo

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sucre

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla Cementerio
San Isidro Labrador

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
2,018 m (6,621 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sucre

What is the population of Sucre?

Sucre has a population of 1,095 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,137.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sucre?

Sucre enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.5 inches.

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