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Altamira, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
Altamira is a small town in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 2,123. Elevation: 3,409 ft (1,039 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Altamira
Altamira is a town and municipality in the Huila Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,123 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0628°, -75.7872° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.2 inches (1,454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Altamira
Altamira is a small town in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 2,123. The city sits at an elevation of 3,409 feet (1,039 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,409 ft (1,039 m) |
| Area | 131.8 sq mi (341.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0628°N, 75.7872°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 74 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in |
Altamira has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 71°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (3.4").
Radio Stations near Altamira
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM | crossover, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| La Caqueteña 93.1 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Ciento 7 Digital - FM 107.8 | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio opita | — | AAC | |
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM La Plata, Huila | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Global Estéreo 96.8 FM La Plata, Huila | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta Stereo 88.1 FM | african music, crossover | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Libraries in Altamira
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Jose Maria Rojas Garrido | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Altamira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería | |||||
| Galería | |||||
| Mercado Centerpark | |||||
| Palza de Ferias | |||||
| PLAZA DE MERCADO | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Altamira
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Altamira
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Altamira
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Altamira
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Altamira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Altamira
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport | FLA | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Jagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Rico Airport | PCC | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santana Ramos Airport | SRO | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Altamira?
Altamira has a population of 2,123 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 131.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Altamira?
Altamira has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.