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Colón, Colombia
Putumayo Department · Colombia
Colón is a small town in Putumayo Department, Colombia with a population of 3,269. Elevation: 6,880 ft (2,097 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colón
Colón är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Putumayo, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 500 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. Colón ligger 2 081 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 3 269.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,269 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,880 ft (2,097 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.1903°, -76.9737° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Putumayo Department |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.9 inches (2,359 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Colón
Colón is a small town in Colombia (Putumayo Department) with a population of 3,269. The city sits at an elevation of 6,880 feet (2,097 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.7°F |
| 1% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 168 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,880 ft (2,097 m) |
| Area | 172.3 sq mi (446.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.1903°N, 76.9737°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (44 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 44 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 103 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 115 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 141 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 160 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 167 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 170 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 171 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 183 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | Driest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 7.0 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 8.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 9.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 10.2 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 11.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 6.1 in |
Colón has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 52°F in July to 55°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 92.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (5.2").
Schools in Colón
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Leandro Ágreda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Menta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Michoacan | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA RURAL MIXTA LEANDRO ÁGREDA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Bachillerato Agrop Sucre | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Basc Prim Libertad | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Colón
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latina Stereo | salsa | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Colón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Colón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Colón
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Colón
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Colón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colón
6 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 |
| Tres De Mayo Airport | PUU | Medium Airport |
| Orito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Garzón Airport | VGZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colón
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Maloca de Taita Arturo | |
| Parroquia San Antonio de Padua |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Colón
What is the population of Colón?
Colón has a population of 3,269 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 172.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Colón?
Colón has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 168 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.9 inches.