San Marcos, Sucre facts for kids
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San Marcos, Sucre
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Municipality and town
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Location of the municipality and town of San Marcos, Sucre in the Sucre Department of Colombia.
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department | Sucre Department | |
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| • Municipality and town | 970.4 km2 (374.7 sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 7.06 km2 (2.73 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2020 est.)
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| • Municipality and town | 60,735 | |
| • Density | 62.588/km2 (162.101/sq mi) | |
| • Urban | 33,366 | |
| • Urban density | 4,726/km2 (12,240/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | |
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San Marcos is a town and municipality located in the Sucre Department, northern Colombia. It is also called "La Perla del San Jorge," which means "The Pearl of San Jorge." This name comes from its location near the San Jorge River.
As of 2020, about 60,735 people live in San Marcos. More than half of these people live in the urban area of the town. The municipality covers an area of about 970 square kilometers (375 square miles).
There is no airport directly in the town of San Marcos.
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Climate in San Marcos
San Marcos has a tropical climate. This means it is warm all year round. The average temperature is about 28 degrees Celsius (82 degrees Fahrenheit).
The town experiences two main seasons: a dry season and a rainy season. The dry season usually runs from December to March. The rainy season brings more rainfall from April to November. The wettest months are typically August, September, and October.
Even during the rainy season, there is still plenty of sunshine. The humidity is often high, especially during the wetter months. This climate is typical for many areas in northern Colombia.
Location and Geography
San Marcos is part of the Sucre Department in Colombia. It is located in the northern part of the country. The town is situated in a region known for its rivers and flat lands.
The San Jorge River is very important to the area. It helps shape the local environment and supports farming. The flat landscape makes it suitable for agriculture and raising livestock.
What is a Municipality?
In Colombia, a municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or city and the surrounding rural areas. San Marcos is both a town and a municipality. This means it has its own local government that manages services for the people living there. These services include things like schools, health centers, and public works.
Images for kids
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The flag of San Marcos, Sucre.
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A map showing the location of San Marcos within the Sucre Department of Colombia.
See also
In Spanish: San Marcos (Sucre) para niños
