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Carlosama, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Carlosama is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 2,010. Elevation: 9,931 ft (3,027 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Carlosama
Carlosama är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Nariño, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 600 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. Carlosama ligger 3 027 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 2 010.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,010 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,931 ft (3,027 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.8629°, -77.7273° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,058 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carlosama
Carlosama is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 2,010. The city sits at an elevation of 9,931 feet (3,027 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Carlosama
Carlosama has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Mar (11.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 877 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,931 ft (3,027 m) |
| Area | 28.1 sq mi (72.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.8629°N, 77.7273°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (19 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 19 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 24 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 56 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 76 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 84 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 94 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 97 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 105 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 123 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 149 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 150 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 156 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 156 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Carlosama has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 49°F in July to 51°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.8").
Schools in Carlosama
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Puente Tierra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Rosal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Boyera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Cualpala | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Laurel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cuaspud Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Francisco del Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop Indig El Lirio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo de Chavisnan | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Francisco de Arellanos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Carchi | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA URB DE NIÑAS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb de Varones | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nacionalizado Camilo Torres | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Carlosama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia de matriculación vehicular | ||||
| Antena | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana Benjamín Carrión - Núcleo Carchi | ||||
| Colección Particular Blas Ángel | ||||
| La Tulpa | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo Germán Bastidas Vaca | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Manaquer | ||||
| Museo Santuario se Las Lajas | ||||
| Registro Civil |
Libraries in Carlosama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Julio Andrade Mega Infocentre | 0.0 | |||||
| Papelería Estrada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carlosama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Popular | |||||
| GALERIA CENTRAL | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Mercado de Papas | |||||
| Mercado del Norte | |||||
| Mercado Ganadero | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Miguel | |||||
| Mercado Santa Clara | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado 20 de Julio | |||||
| Plaza Mercado Ipiales somos todos |
Stadiums & Teams in Carlosama
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Carlosama
3 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carlosama
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica |
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What is the population of Carlosama?
Carlosama has a population of 2,010 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 28.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carlosama?
Carlosama has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.