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Ancuya, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Ancuya is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 5,852. Elevation: 4,462 ft (1,360 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ancuya
Ancuya is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia. According to a 2004 Wolfram Alpha population estimate, Ancuya had a population of 5852.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,852 |
| Population Density | 207 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,462 ft (1,360 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.2633°, -77.5138° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,430 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ancuya
Ancuya is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 5,852. The city sits at an elevation of 4,462 feet (1,360 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Ancuya
Ancuya has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,462 ft (1,360 m) |
| Area | 28.2 sq mi (73.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 207/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.2633°N, 77.5138°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 17 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 53 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 69 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 123 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 134 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 142 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 147 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 150 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 171 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 172 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 200 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 60°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 7.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 7.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 5.9 in |
Ancuya has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 59°F in November to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (7.7") and July the driest (1.5").
Schools in Ancuya
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Yanancha | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Carlos Albornoz Rosas | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Nuestra Señora de la Visitación | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Francisco de Asis | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Hatillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Rumipamba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Partidero | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Aguada | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Maranguay | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Villaflor | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Loma | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo María Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Vereda Puente Tierra | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA NUESTRA SEÑORA DE LAS LAJAS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Indo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Puente Tierra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Arada | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cocha Blanca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Collal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Placer | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Vicente | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Boyera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Quinua | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Ancuya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental |
Libraries in Ancuya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Aranda | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ancuya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Mercado de los dos puentes | |||||
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado - Consacá | |||||
| Plaza de mercado Potrerillo | |||||
| Surtimax |
Stadiums & Teams in Ancuya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha Heraldo Romero Sanchez | ||
| Estadio Departamental Libertad |
Airports Near Ancuya
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Ancuya
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CEHANI | ||
| Centro Ortopédico de Nariño | ||
| Clínica morásurco | ||
| Veterinaria valle de atriz |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ancuya
What is the population of Ancuya?
Ancuya has a population of 5,852 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 207 people per square mile, spread across 28.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ancuya?
Ancuya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches.