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Betania, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
Betania is a small town in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 3,800. Elevation: 5,135 ft (1,565 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Betania
Betania is a town and municipality in the Colombian department of Antioquia. It is part of the subregion of Southwestern Antioquia, with a population of 9,286 people, according to the 2015 census. It is located 33 mi/53 km SW of Medellín. The main industries include coffee, sugarcane, cacao, and livestock.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,800 |
| Population Density | 661 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,135 ft (1,565 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7460°, -75.9777° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.3 inches (2,319 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Betania
Betania is a small town in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 3,800. The city sits at an elevation of 5,135 feet (1,565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 170 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,135 ft (1,565 m) |
| Area | 5.8 sq mi (14.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7460°N, 75.9777°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (105 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 105 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 119 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 124 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 141 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 9.3 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 11.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 8.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 6.6 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 11.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 8.6 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 5.5 in |
Betania has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 69°F in October to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 91.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (4.0").
Schools in Betania
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Hermosa | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Perla Del Citara | — | — | — | — |
| Otra sigla Juan Xxiii | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Villa Amparo | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Rochela | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Sta Ana | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Media Luna | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Florida | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Merced | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Barlovento | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Bellavista | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Los Aguacates | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Tulio Marin | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Libia Arriba | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Mercedes Escobar De Velez | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Pedral Abajo | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Ladera Arriba | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Linda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur El Contento | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Fe | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Primavera | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur La Ladera Abajo | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur San Rafael | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Palenque | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Lejia | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Ricardo Gonzalez | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Jose De La Angostura | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Betania
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Ochentera Medellin Colombia | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La voz de mi tierrita 94.1 FM | campesino, identidad | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Cerros Estéreo 107.4 Fm | baladas en español, crossover | AAC | |
| Radio Bolivariana AM 1110 kHz | bolero, clasica | MP3 48 kbps | |
| La Voz De Amagá 105.4 FM | crossover, local radio | AAC | |
| Armenia Stereo 89.4 FM | crossover, musica | AAC | |
| radio ipuc | cristiana, pentecostal | MP3 320 kbps | |
| MaximusRockFM | alternative rock, metal | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Betania
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAJA Museum Anthropologia y Arte | ||||
| MAJA Museum Casa de la Musica | ||||
| MAJA Museum Casa Jose Tomas Urobe Abad | ||||
| Museo de Arte Religioso | ||||
| Museo de las Plantas |
Libraries in Betania
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Escuela Normal Superior | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Ciudad Bolívar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Jesús Antonio Duque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Gabriel Peláez Montoya | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martin Fierro bookstore | 0.0 |
Hotels in Betania
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Betania
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Betania
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Betania
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| El Caraño Airport | UIB | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | EOH | Medium Airport |
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mandinga Airport | COG | Small Airport |
| Urrao Airport | URR | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Betania
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia |
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What is the population of Betania?
Betania has a population of 3,800 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 661 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Betania?
Betania enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.3 inches.