Mercaderes, Cauca facts for kids
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Mercaderes, Cauca
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Mercaderes, Cauca in the Cauca Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Cauca Department | |
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| • Total | 827 km2 (319 sq mi) | |
| Population
(Census 2018)
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| • Total | 14,824 | |
| • Density | 17.925/km2 (46.426/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
| Climate | Am | |
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Mercaderes (pronounced meɾkaˈðeɾes) is a town and a local government area called a municipality in the Cauca Department, Colombia. It is located in the southwestern part of Colombia.
In 2018, about 14,824 people lived in Mercaderes. A municipality is like a county or district. It has its own local government.
Climate
Mercaderes has a tropical monsoon climate. This means it is generally warm all year round. The temperatures usually stay between 22 and 29 degrees Celsius (72-84°F).
The area also experiences a lot of rain. Some months are much wetter than others. The average yearly rainfall is around 1,200 to 1,500 millimeters (47-59 inches). This climate supports rich plant life.
See also
In Spanish: Mercaderes (Cauca) para niños
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