Puerto Parra facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Puerto Parra
Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of Puerto Parra in the Santander Department of Colombia
Country	Colombia
Department	Santander Department
Founded	March 4, 2008
Founded by	Aquileo Parra
Area
• Total	1,452 km2 (561 sq mi)
Population  (2005)
• Total	6,462
• Density	4.4504/km2 (11.527/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Puerto Parrences
Time zone	UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)
Website	www.puertoparra-santander.gov.co

Puerto Parra is a town and a special type of local government area called a municipality in Colombia. It is located in the northeastern part of the country, within the Santander Department. The town was officially founded on March 4, 2008, by Aquileo Parra. People from Puerto Parra are called "Puerto Parrences."

Climate and Weather in Puerto Parra

Puerto Parra has a warm and humid climate throughout the year. This is typical for places close to the equator. The average temperature usually stays around 28 degrees Celsius (about 82 degrees Fahrenheit).

Temperature Ranges

During the day, temperatures often reach about 32 to 33 degrees Celsius (around 90 degrees Fahrenheit). At night, it cools down a bit, with temperatures usually around 22 to 23 degrees Celsius (about 72 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit). This means it's generally warm, even at night.

Rainfall and Humidity

Puerto Parra receives a lot of rain, especially during certain months. The rainiest periods are usually from April to May and again from September to October. During these times, there can be many rainy days. The air is also quite humid, often around 80-85% humidity, which makes the air feel moist.

Sunshine Hours

Even with a lot of rain, Puerto Parra still gets a good amount of sunshine. On average, the area receives several hours of sun each day, helping to balance out the rainy periods.

See also

In Spanish: Puerto Parra para niños