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Ataco, Colombia
Tolima Department · Colombia
Ataco is a small city in Tolima Department, Colombia with a population of 13,470. Elevation: 1,486 ft (453 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ataco
Ataco is a town and municipality located in the Tolima department of Colombia. The population of the municipality was 13,470 in the 2018 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,470 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,486 ft (453 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.5915°, -75.3818° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Tolima Department |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.2 inches (1,833 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ataco
Ataco is a small city in Colombia (Tolima Department) with a population of 13,470. The city sits at an elevation of 1,486 feet (453 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Ataco
Ataco has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.2°C), the coldest is Jun (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1409 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.6°F |
| 44% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,486 ft (453 m) |
| Area | 711.6 sq mi (1,842.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.5915°N, 75.3818°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolima, Nevado del (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 119 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 136 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 145 km |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 167 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 6.0 in |
Ataco has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in November to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 72.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.8") and July the driest (2.0").
Schools in Ataco
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sede Edu. Camilo Torres-Ataco | - | - | - | - |
| School Guaudualito | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Sede Balsillas | - | - | - | - |
| IE. Martin Pomala | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ataco
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conectando Estéreo 91.5 FM | crossover | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Ataco
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Historia Natural La Tatacoa |
Farmers Markets in Ataco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Gas Stations in Ataco
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ataco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ataco
38 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benito Salas Airport | NVA | Medium Airport |
| Santiago Vila Airport | GIR | Medium Airport |
| Aerosport Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agua Blanca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aniversario Estra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ataco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berlín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chicoral - Estra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espinal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Recuerdo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Facón Saldaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Navas Pardo Airport | CPL | Small Airport |
| Guamito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guamo - Asta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herrera Airport | HRR | Small Airport |
| Jabalcón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Bastilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Garzas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis F. Pinto Parra Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Los Feria Girón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mangos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva York Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Planadas Airport | PLA | Small Airport |
| Polonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Potrerito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Paila Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Agustín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Diego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Germán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sinai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamarindo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tolemaida Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Varsovia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ataco
What is the population of Ataco?
Ataco has a population of 13,470 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 711.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ataco?
Ataco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches.