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Baraya, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
Baraya is a small town in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 4,402. Elevation: 2,008 ft (612 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Baraya
Baraya is a town and municipality in the Huila Department of Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,402 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,008 ft (612 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.1533°, -75.0531° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.7 inches (1,515 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Baraya
Baraya is a small town in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 4,402. The city sits at an elevation of 2,008 feet (612 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Baraya
Baraya has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.7°C), the coldest is Nov (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1379 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,008 ft (612 m) |
| Area | 425.7 sq mi (1,102.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.1533°N, 75.0531°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolima, Nevado del (170 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 170 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 176 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 188 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in |
Baraya has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 75°F in November to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.5") and July the driest (2.1").
Schools in Baraya
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| colegio Nal Antonio Baraya | - | - | - | - |
| escuela Elena Lara de Cuellar | - | - | - | - |
| escuela Jorge Eliecer Gaitan | - | - | - | - |
| escuela Romulo Borrero | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Baraya
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HuilaGeek Radio | heavy metal, rock | MP3 | |
| HJ Doble K Neiva 840AM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Conectando Estéreo 91.5 FM | crossover | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Baraya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Artesanal Casa Del Totumo | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural La Tatacoa | ||||
| Museo Paleontologio | ||||
| Observatorio | ||||
| Observatorio Astrosur |
Libraries in Baraya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Banco de la República | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universitaria | 0.0 |
Hotels in Baraya
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Baraya
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Baraya
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Baraya
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Baraya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Baraya
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benito Salas Airport | NVA | Medium Airport |
| Ataco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berlín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Navas Pardo Airport | CPL | Small Airport |
| Guamito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jabalcón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Planadas Airport | PLA | Small Airport |
| Polonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Diego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Germán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sinai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamarindo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uribe Airport | URI | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Baraya
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Sra del Carmen | |
| Nuestra Señora Del Carmen |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Baraya
What is the population of Baraya?
Baraya has a population of 4,402 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 425.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Baraya?
Baraya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches.