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Tibú, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
Tibú is a small city in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 13,565. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tibú
Tibú is a municipality and town of Colombia located in the department of Norte de Santander, in the northeast of the country, on the border with Venezuela and on the banks of the Tibú River. It is the 160th most populated town of Colombia, and the 6th in the department after Cúcuta, Ocaña, Villa del Rosario, Los Patios and Pamplona. It has an airport, and is connected by national road with Cúcuta, Ocaña and El Tarra.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,565 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.6390°, -72.7358° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 100.4 inches (2,549 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tibú
Tibú is a small city in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 13,565. The city sits at an elevation of 223 feet (68 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 100.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Tibú
Tibú has an average annual temperature of 30.4°C (87°F). The hottest month is Aug (32.2°C), the coldest is Nov (28.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 523 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.2°F |
| 50% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 156 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 1,655.1 sq mi (4,286.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.6390°N, 72.7358°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 | - | - | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 11.3 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 11.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 12.1 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in |
Tibú has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 100.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.1") and February the driest (3.1").
Colleges & Universities in Tibú
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Francisco José de Caldas | College | - | , |
Schools in Tibú
49 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Miramonte | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb La Union | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA P 15 | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA ORU 7 | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA RUR CAÑO VICTORIA NORTE | - | - | - | - |
| Sede La Raya | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Rural La Serpentina | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Bertrania | - | - | - | - |
| Sede El Libano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela J10 y Quemadero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Cuatro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Club de Leones | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo María Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Progreso | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Oru L 5 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Punta del Palo | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Refineria J19 | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Socuoavo Norte | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Tres Bocas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Gral Francisco José de Caldas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Camilo Torres | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Integd La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Integd Marco Fidel Suarez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Integd La Kennedy | - | - | - | - |
| Pueblo Nuevo | - | - | - | - |
| Sede San Luis Beltran K20 | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Diversificado Domingo Savio | - | - | - | - |
| Sede club de Leones | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Comfanorte Programa Bachillerato Por Ciclos Integrados Cleis | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Diversificado Domingo Savio | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Las Timbas | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Veinte de Julio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Salina Montebello | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Venecia | - | - | - | - |
| Sede La Serena | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Nuestra Señora de Belen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Integd Playa Rica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bertrania | - | - | - | - |
| Sede T25 | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Nazareth | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Guachiman Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Esmeralda K19 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Luis Beltran | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Villa Nueva | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Delicias | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA EL MILAGRO | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Perla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural M14 | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Gregorio | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Tibú
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tibú
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tibú
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tibú
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tibú
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tibú
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tibú
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Camilo Daza International Airport | CUC | Medium Airport |
| La Fria Airport | LFR | Medium Airport |
| Campo de Palma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casigua El Cubo Airport | CUV | Small Airport |
| Cinera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Guayabo del Zulia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Encontrados Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Petrolea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rosario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tibú Airport | TIB | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tibú
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San Luis Bertrán | |
| Seminario Menor |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tibú
What is the population of Tibú?
Tibú has a population of 13,565 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,655.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tibú?
Tibú has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 100.4 inches.