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Turbaco, Colombia
Bolívar · Colombia
Turbaco is a mid-size city in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 56,171. Elevation: 571 ft (174 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Turbaco
Turbaco is a municipality in the Bolívar Department of Colombia. It is located about 20 km southeast of Cartagena de Indias and is one of Bolívar's most organized municipalities. Turbaco is known for its famous "Fiesta de Toros" in December to celebrate the new year.
People
Climate
| Population | 56,171 |
| Population Density | 644 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.3294°, -75.4114° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Bolívar |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.5 inches (1,257 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Turbaco
Turbaco is a mid-size city in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 56,171. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet (174 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Turbaco
Turbaco has an average annual temperature of 28.1°C (83°F). The hottest month is May (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1130 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.6°F |
| 51% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 87.2 sq mi (225.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 644/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.3294°N, 75.4114°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | OFF THE COAST NEAR SANTA MARTA | Unknown | 8.0 m | - | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Turbaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 49.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.6") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Turbaco
46 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Felipe Santiago Escobar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Liceo Ariza | - | - | - | - |
| Guarderia y Jard Inf Chispitas Alegre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mix Bella Vista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Membrillal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Hilda Marrugo de Ahumada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Puente Honda | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop La Buena Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Colombia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Francisco de Asis | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA COLONIA ESCOLAR DE VACACIONES | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mix Nuestra Señora del Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Campestre Altamira | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela María Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Docente de Turbaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbano Mix Numero 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mix Juan Xxiii | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ofcial Mix del Papayal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mix 4ta Poza de Manga | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Crisanto Luque | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Lastenia Mara T | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio La Concepción | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Educamos Con Valores | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Maria Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Aventuras Magicas | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Pedagogi Coismars de Sanes | - | - | - | - |
| Fundación Educativa Cristiana Beraca Nocedaresh Funebec | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Miguel Arcangel | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Friedrich Froebel | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio y Centro de Estimulación Camino Al Saber | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Educativo Montpellier | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Jesus Mi Buen Pastor | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Centro Social Educativo Fcf María Eugenia Velandia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cacique Yurbaco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Felipe Santiago Escobar. | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA COORPORACION EDUCATIVA COLEGIO SANTA MARIA DEL VALLE | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Iberoamaericano Turbaco | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Gimnasio María Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Granitos de Fe | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO BALCÓN TURÍSTICO | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Dones de Misericordia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Liceo María Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Herbert Spencer | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Campestre | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Cristiano Kerigma | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Turbaco
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALR Jazz Radio | jazz | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| arjona stereo 93.5 | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| RADIO POLICÍA NACIONAL" "106.0 FM (CARTAGENA) | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 |
Museums in Turbaco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Rafael Núñez | ||||
| Choco Museum and Workshops | ||||
| Historical Museum of Cartagena de Indias | ||||
| Museo de la Esmeralda | ||||
| Museo De Las Fortificaciones | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo del Oro Zenú | ||||
| Museo Naval del Caribe |
Libraries in Turbaco
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartolomé Calvo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Distrital Jorge Artel | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa Comunal | 0.0 |
Hotels in Turbaco
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Turbaco
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Turbaco
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Turbaco
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Turbaco
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Turbaco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Cartagena | ||||
| Cervecería Cartagena |
Stadiums & Teams in Turbaco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Turbaco
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport | BAQ | Large Airport |
| Rafael Nuñez International Airport | CTG | Large Airport |
| Aerodromo Los Campanos | - | Small Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cocosolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Cairano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Esfuerzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Rincón de Mucura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Veracruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Honduras Br Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Morros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Turbaco
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CASA Doña arsenia | ||
| Cedimagen | ||
| Centro de Salud La Boquilla | ||
| Centro de salud Olaya Herrera | ||
| Colmedicos Laboratorio | ||
| GastroCaribe | ||
| Health Cars - servicio integral de salud | ||
| Laboratorio Clínico Syso | ||
| Laboratorio Ficha Madica | ||
| Liga Colombiana Contra el Cancer | ||
| Prisma Centro Medico | ||
| Vida Bella Medicina Estética y Ortomolecular |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Turbaco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Monasterio de la Hermanas Clarisas |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Turbaco
10 places within 15 km
- • Cerro Coloncito
- • Cerros de Campañas
- • Loma Carreto
- • Loma de La Sierra
- • Loma del Gordo
- + 5 more
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Turbaco?
Turbaco has a population of 56,171 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 644 people per square mile, spread across 87.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Turbaco?
Turbaco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.