Lebrija, Santander facts for kids
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Lebrija
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Municipality and town
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Panorama of the city
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Location of the municipality and town of Lebrija in the Santander Department of Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Santander | |
| Area | ||
| • Municipality and town | 550.4 km2 (212.5 sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 2.91 km2 (1.12 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,055 m (3,461 ft) | |
| Population
(2020 est.)
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| • Municipality and town | 44,169 | |
| • Density | 80.249/km2 (207.844/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 24,701 | |
| • Urban density | 8,488/km2 (21,980/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
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Lebrija is a town and municipality in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia. It is a vibrant place with a rich history and a unique climate. About 44,000 people live here.
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Understanding Lebrija's Location
Lebrija is located in the beautiful country of Colombia. It is part of the Santander Department. This region is known for its stunning landscapes. The town sits at an elevation of about 1,055 meters (3,461 feet) above sea level. This higher elevation often means cooler temperatures than coastal areas.
Exploring Lebrija's Climate
Lebrija has a tropical climate. This means it is generally warm all year round. The weather doesn't change much between seasons. Instead, it has wet and dry periods.
Temperature in Lebrija
The average temperature in Lebrija is around 21.4 degrees Celsius (70.5 degrees Fahrenheit). The warmest months are usually August and September. Temperatures can reach up to 26 degrees Celsius (79 degrees Fahrenheit). The coolest months are November and December. Even then, temperatures stay around 24.9 to 25 degrees Celsius (76.8 to 77 degrees Fahrenheit). The highest temperature ever recorded was 32.2 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit). The lowest was 12.4 degrees Celsius (54.3 degrees Fahrenheit).
Rainfall and Humidity
Lebrija receives a good amount of rain throughout the year. The wettest months are April, May, and October. During these months, it can rain over 120 millimeters (4.7 inches). The driest months are January and December. The total yearly rainfall is about 1,189.4 millimeters (46.8 inches). Humidity is also quite high, usually around 85%. This means the air often feels moist.
Sunshine Hours
Even with the rain, Lebrija gets a fair amount of sunshine. January is often the sunniest month. It has about 210 hours of sunshine. March and April tend to have less sun. This is due to more cloudy and rainy days.
| Climate data for Lebrija (Palonegro International Airport), elevation 1,189 m (3,901 ft), (1981–2010) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 30.1 (86.2) |
32.2 (90.0) |
29.6 (85.3) |
29.2 (84.6) |
29.8 (85.6) |
29.4 (84.9) |
29.2 (84.6) |
30.3 (86.5) |
30.6 (87.1) |
29.8 (85.6) |
29.0 (84.2) |
29.2 (84.6) |
32.2 (90.0) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 25.3 (77.5) |
25.5 (77.9) |
25.4 (77.7) |
25.3 (77.5) |
25.6 (78.1) |
25.6 (78.1) |
25.8 (78.4) |
26.0 (78.8) |
26.0 (78.8) |
25.4 (77.7) |
24.9 (76.8) |
25.0 (77.0) |
25.5 (77.9) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 21.3 (70.3) |
21.7 (71.1) |
21.7 (71.1) |
21.6 (70.9) |
21.6 (70.9) |
21.5 (70.7) |
21.5 (70.7) |
21.6 (70.9) |
21.4 (70.5) |
21.0 (69.8) |
20.9 (69.6) |
21.0 (69.8) |
21.4 (70.5) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 18.5 (65.3) |
18.8 (65.8) |
19.0 (66.2) |
19.0 (66.2) |
18.9 (66.0) |
18.8 (65.8) |
18.5 (65.3) |
18.5 (65.3) |
18.3 (64.9) |
18.3 (64.9) |
18.4 (65.1) |
18.4 (65.1) |
18.6 (65.5) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 15.0 (59.0) |
15.4 (59.7) |
15.6 (60.1) |
13.8 (56.8) |
16.0 (60.8) |
15.6 (60.1) |
14.2 (57.6) |
12.4 (54.3) |
15.5 (59.9) |
13.0 (55.4) |
15.8 (60.4) |
15.6 (60.1) |
12.4 (54.3) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 59.8 (2.35) |
89.1 (3.51) |
121.9 (4.80) |
125.0 (4.92) |
121.4 (4.78) |
75.7 (2.98) |
84.5 (3.33) |
79.2 (3.12) |
100.8 (3.97) |
149.0 (5.87) |
122.9 (4.84) |
60.1 (2.37) |
1,189.4 (46.83) |
| Average precipitation days | 8 | 9 | 14 | 17 | 19 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 9 | 179 |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 83 | 82 | 83 | 86 | 87 | 86 | 84 | 84 | 85 | 87 | 89 | 87 | 85 |
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 210.8 | 166.7 | 145.7 | 138.0 | 148.8 | 144.0 | 164.3 | 164.3 | 150.0 | 151.9 | 147.0 | 179.8 | 1,911.3 |
| Mean daily sunshine hours | 6.8 | 5.9 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 5.8 | 5.2 |
| Source: Instituto de Hidrologia Meteorologia y Estudios Ambientales | |||||||||||||
See also
In Spanish: Lebrija (Colombia) para niños
