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Tovar, Venezuela
Mérida · Venezuela
Tovar is a mid-size city in Mérida, Venezuela with a population of 48,395. Elevation: 3,064 ft (934 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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About Tovar
La Playa es una localidad del Municipio Rivas Dávila, perteneciente a la región del Valle del Mocotíes, estado Mérida, Venezuela. Se encuentra enclavada en una terraza natural dentro de la formación montañosa tipo valle que conecta a los estados Mérida y Táchira, atravesada por el cauce del Río Mocoties, el cual le da nombre a dicha región. Es la capital de la Parroquia Gerónimo Maldonado, se encuentra en el medio de la vía que conecta la población de Bailadores con la ciudad de Tovar, formando parte de la Carretera Trasandina; se ubica a menos de 10 minutos de la ciudad de Tovar, por lo cual para muchos es considerada parte de la zona sur de la ciudad. Posee una población cercana a los 3.125 habitantes, se eleva a unos 1200 m s.n.m.
People
Climate
| Population | 48,395 |
| Population Density | 863 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,064 ft (934 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3302°, -71.7528° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Mérida |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.1 inches (1,197 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tovar
Tovar is a mid-size city in Venezuela (Mérida) with a population of 48,395. The city sits at an elevation of 3,064 feet (934 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in Tovar
Tovar has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.9°C), the coldest is Nov (25.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 494 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.0°F |
| 13% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,064 ft (934 m) |
| Area | 56.1 sq mi (145.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 863/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3302°N, 71.7528°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 5.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.2 in |
Tovar has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 59°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (1.2").
Schools in Tovar
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Arturo Armando Espinoza | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio La Presentación | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tovar
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Latina 106.1 FM | latino, merengue | AAC | |
| Cordillera 104.7 FM | folclor, latino | MP3 | |
| La Salsera FM | latino, salsa | MP3 | |
| Radio C | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pregón 95.7 FM | information, latino | MP3 | |
| Acción 104.5 FM (La diferencia en el dial) | deportes, music | AAC 32 kbps |
Museums in Tovar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Bolivariana | ||||
| Martín Morales (Pintor) |
Hotels in Tovar
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tovar
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tovar
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Tovar
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tovar
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tovar
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tovar
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tovar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tovar
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alberto Carnevalli Airport | MRD | Medium Airport |
| Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport | VIG | Medium Airport |
| Juan Vicente Gómez International Airport | SVZ | Medium Airport |
| La Fria Airport | LFR | Medium Airport |
| Miguel Urdaneta Fernández Airport | STB | Medium Airport |
| Paramillo Airport | SCI | Medium Airport |
| Campo de Palma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cinera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Guayabo del Zulia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Encontrados Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoya Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Fortuna Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Malabares Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguelón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pedraza La Vieja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Grande de Táchira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco de Mérida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara de Barinas Airport | SBB | Small Airport |
| Yaure Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tovar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Fatima el Llano | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Regla |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Venezuela
34 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tovar
What is the population of Tovar?
Tovar has a population of 48,395 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 863 people per square mile, spread across 56.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tovar?
Tovar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches.