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Zaruma, Ecuador
El Oro · Ecuador
Zaruma is a small city in El Oro, Ecuador with a population of 12,505. Elevation: 3,465 ft (1,056 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Zaruma
Zaruma, officially Villa Real de San Antonio del Cerro de Oro de Zaruma is a town in the south of Ecuador, El Oro Province. It is located in the south-east of this province, at an altitude of 1200 metres above sea level, on an inter-Andes route where the Vizcaya mountain range branches off from the Chilla mountain range. It is the seat of Zaruma Canton, one of the oldest cantons in the province.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,505 |
| Population Density | 11,910 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,465 ft (1,056 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.6923°, -79.6125° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | El Oro |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 131.7 inches (3,344 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zaruma
Zaruma is a small city in Ecuador (El Oro) with a population of 12,505. The city sits at an elevation of 3,465 feet (1,056 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 131.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in Zaruma
Zaruma has an average annual temperature of 17.5°C (64°F). The hottest month is Sep (18.2°C), the coldest is Jun (16.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 676 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 322 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,465 ft (1,056 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 11,910/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.6923°N, 79.6125°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | N. PERU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 6 | 114 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 8.6 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | Wettest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in |
Zaruma has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 48°F in January to 74°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (10.2") and July the driest (0.2").
Schools in Zaruma
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unpl | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Escolar Guillermo Maldonado Valencia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Zaruma
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Samantha 89.3 FM | music, news | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Zaruma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Hospital Americano | ||||
| Degat | ||||
| El Cisne | ||||
| Magner Turner | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| The Magnet Turner |
Libraries in Zaruma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Zaruma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Zaruma
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zaruma
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zaruma
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zaruma
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zaruma
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Zaruma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tienda Rivera |
Stadiums & Teams in Zaruma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Zaruma
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport | MRR | Medium Airport |
| Santa Rosa - Artillery Colonel Victor Larrea International Airport | ETR | Medium Airport |
| Amable Calle Gutierrez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barbones - Samuel Quimi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carabon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Celia María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciudad de Catamayo Airport | LOH | Small Airport |
| Cumbaratza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Mina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Peñas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Loja Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puná Southwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Roble Mar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Solbananas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tenguel Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zaruma
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Armal Express Zarum | |
| Armal Express Zaruma |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zaruma
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Gruta Católica de La Virgen del Carmen | |
| Iglesia Católica San Francisco | Zaruma | |
| Santuario Católico Nuestra Señora del Carmen |
Quick Facts
🇪🇨 About Ecuador
Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Zaruma
What is the population of Zaruma?
Zaruma has a population of 12,505 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 11,910 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zaruma?
Zaruma has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 322 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 131.7 inches.