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Contadero, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Contadero is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 1,603. Elevation: 8,471 ft (2,582 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Contadero
Contadero is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,603 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,471 ft (2,582 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.9084°, -77.5477° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.3 inches (1,100 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Contadero
Contadero is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 1,603. The city sits at an elevation of 8,471 feet (2,582 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Contadero
Contadero 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 | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,471 ft (2,582 m) |
| Area | 57.1 sq mi (147.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.9084°N, 77.5477°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 36 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 40 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 45 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 96 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 101 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 109 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 110 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 113 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 140 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 161 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 163 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 168 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 168 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 53°F (11°C) | 3.9 in |
Contadero has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 51°F in July to 53°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (2.1").
Schools in Contadero
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Mix San Juan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA URB DE NIÑAS | - | - | - | - |
| Concentración Escuela Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Dtpal San Carlos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Loma Zuras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Integ San Juan | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Yanala | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Maicira | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Luis El Llano | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Hacienda | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Chorrera | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Francisco Yanale | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Soledad | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Maicira | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Rosal de San Juan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Mateo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Tres Cruces | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Sto Domingo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Yaez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Aldea de María | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Las Delicias | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Culantro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Providencia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Juan Chico | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Mateo | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Contadero
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia de matriculación vehicular | ||||
| Antena | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana Benjamín Carrión - Núcleo Carchi | ||||
| La Tulpa | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo Germán Bastidas Vaca | ||||
| Museo Santuario se Las Lajas | ||||
| Registro Civil |
Libraries in Contadero
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Contadero
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Popular | |||||
| GALERIA CENTRAL | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Miguel | |||||
| Mercado Santa Clara | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado 20 de Julio | |||||
| Plaza Mercado Ipiales somos todos |
Hotels in Contadero
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Contadero
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Contadero
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Contadero
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Contadero
4 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 |
| Orito Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Contadero
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Contadero |
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What is the population of Contadero?
Contadero has a population of 1,603 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 57.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Contadero?
Contadero has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches.