Cariamanga facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cariamanga
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 Cariamanga
Location in Ecuador
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| Country | Ecuador | |
| Province | Loja | |
| Canton | Calvas Canton | |
| Founded | April 29, 1546 | |
| Area | ||
| • Town | 3.32 km2 (1.28 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,950 m (6,168 ft) | |
| Population
(2022 census)
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| • Town | 13,175 | |
| • Density | 3,968/km2 (10,278/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (ECT) | |
| Postal code |
110606, 110607
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| Area code(s) | (+593) 7 | |
| Climate | Cwb | |
Cariamanga is a town in the Loja Province of Ecuador. It is the main town of the Calvas Canton. This town is located high up in the mountains, about 1,950 meters (6,168 feet) above sea level.
Cariamanga was founded a long time ago, on April 29, 1546. Today, about 13,175 people live there, according to the 2022 census. The town is led by a Mayor, who helps make decisions for the community.
Cariamanga's Weather
Cariamanga has a special kind of weather called a subtropical highland climate. This means it's usually mild, not too hot and not too cold, because it's high in the mountains.
Temperatures in Cariamanga
The temperatures in Cariamanga are quite pleasant all year. The warmest months are usually from August to October, when the average high temperature can reach about 25.6 degrees Celsius (78 degrees Fahrenheit). The cooler months are around January to March, with average highs of about 23 degrees Celsius (73 degrees Fahrenheit).
Nights are cooler, with average low temperatures usually between 10 and 12 degrees Celsius (50-54 degrees Fahrenheit). This makes for comfortable evenings.
Rainfall and Humidity
Cariamanga gets a lot of rain, especially from January to April. March is usually the wettest month, with about 294 millimeters (11.6 inches) of rain. The drier months are from June to August, when there is much less rain.
The air in Cariamanga can be quite humid, especially during the rainy season. Humidity levels are highest from February to April, often above 85%. During the drier months, like July and August, the air is less humid.
| Climate data for Cariamanga, elevation 1,950 m (6,400 ft), (1971–2000) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 23.7 (74.7) |
23.0 (73.4) |
23.0 (73.4) |
23.2 (73.8) |
24.1 (75.4) |
24.3 (75.7) |
24.6 (76.3) |
25.2 (77.4) |
25.6 (78.1) |
25.0 (77.0) |
24.1 (75.4) |
24.8 (76.6) |
24.2 (75.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 12.4 (54.3) |
12.6 (54.7) |
12.1 (53.8) |
12.5 (54.5) |
11.3 (52.3) |
10.8 (51.4) |
10.4 (50.7) |
11.1 (52.0) |
11.2 (52.2) |
11.5 (52.7) |
11.0 (51.8) |
11.6 (52.9) |
11.5 (52.8) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 110.0 (4.33) |
202.0 (7.95) |
294.0 (11.57) |
204.0 (8.03) |
77.0 (3.03) |
27.0 (1.06) |
7.0 (0.28) |
14.0 (0.55) |
26.0 (1.02) |
57.0 (2.24) |
50.0 (1.97) |
65.0 (2.56) |
1,133 (44.59) |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 83 | 85 | 86 | 90 | 81 | 76 | 70 | 70 | 69 | 77 | 76 | 81 | 79 |
| Source: FAO | |||||||||||||
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