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Belén, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Belén is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 3,131. Elevation: 7,648 ft (2,331 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Belén
Belén is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,131 |
| Population Density | 37 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,648 ft (2,331 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.5948°, -77.0541° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.0 inches (1,753 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belén
Belén is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 3,131. The city sits at an elevation of 7,648 feet (2,331 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Belén
Belén 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 | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,648 ft (2,331 m) |
| Area | 85.3 sq mi (221.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.5948°N, 77.0541°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 55 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 109 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 116 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 131 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 186 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 195 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 9.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 7.8 in |
Belén has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 61°F in November to 63°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 69.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.9") and July the driest (2.1").
Schools in Belén
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Palacio Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Cujacal | - | - | - | - |
| I Eagroambiental Santa Rosa | - | - | - | - |
| I E Agropecuaria La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Macal | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Santo Domingo Savio | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA PARA NIÑAS GABRIELA MISTRAL | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Departamental Nuestra Señora de Belen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Molinos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Carlos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Palacio Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Palacio Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Helechal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Cujacal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Palacio Centro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cusillo Alto | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA RURAL MIXTA NIÑO JESUS RINCËN CASILLO | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Palma Chiquita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Palma Chiquita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Esmeralda | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Belén
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latina Stereo | salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Policia Nacional 95.7 FM | crossover, government | MP3 |
Libraries in Belén
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Gabriel García Marquéz | 0.0 | |||||
| Manuel Agustin Ordoñez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Belén
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Unión |
Hotels in Belén
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Belén
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Belén
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Belén
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Belén
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Belén
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Garzón Airport | VGZ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Belén
What is the population of Belén?
Belén has a population of 3,131 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 85.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belén?
Belén enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.