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Tamalameque, Colombia
Cesar Department · Colombia
Tamalameque is a small town in Cesar Department, Colombia with a population of 4,972. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tamalameque
Tamalameque is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Cesar. It was originally the site of a Chimila settlement, Thamara. Tamalameque is located on the right bank of the Magdalena River and borders Chimichagua and Pailitas in the north, Pelaya in the east, La Gloria in the south and in the west the departments of Bolívar and Magdalena.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,972 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8522°, -73.8123° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cesar Department |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.8 inches (2,002 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tamalameque
Tamalameque is a small town in Colombia (Cesar Department) with a population of 4,972. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 83°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.2°F |
| 54% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 194.7 sq mi (504.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8522°N, 73.8123°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 | - | - | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 83°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 83°F (28°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 13.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 9.2 in | |
| December | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in |
Tamalameque has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 82°F in October to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 78.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Tamalameque
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concentración Educ Rural Santa Teresa | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Tamalameque
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Stadiums & Teams in Tamalameque
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tamalameque
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerro De Piedra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Edén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Elborrego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guamal Airport | GAA | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Tapias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Granada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | MMP | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Tamalameque?
Tamalameque has a population of 4,972 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 194.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tamalameque?
Tamalameque has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.8 inches.