San Rafael, Antioquia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
San Rafael
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Location of the municipality and town of San Rafael, Antioquia in the Antioquia Department of Colombia
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 San Rafael
Location in Colombia
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| Country |  Colombia |
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| Department |  Antioquia Department |
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| Subregion | Eastern | ||
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| • Total | 362 km2 (140 sq mi) | ||
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| • Total | 12,578 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time) | ||
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San Rafael is a town and a municipality (like a county or district) located in the Antioquia Department of Colombia. It is part of the Eastern Antioquia region.
This town was started in 1864 by a group of miners. They came to the area because they found lots of gold! San Rafael is also known for having many water sources, like rivers and streams. In 2018, about 12,578 people lived there.
What is the Weather Like in San Rafael?
San Rafael has a warm and wet climate all year round. The average temperature is around 22 to 23 degrees Celsius (about 72 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit). It rains a lot, especially from April to November. September and October are usually the wettest months. Even with all the rain, the town still gets a good amount of sunshine.
See also
In Spanish: San Rafael (Colombia) para niños
