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Cristóbal Colón, Ecuador
Carchi · Ecuador
Cristóbal Colón is a small town in Carchi, Ecuador with a population of 0. Elevation: 9,265 ft (2,824 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cristóbal Colón
Christopher Columbus was an Italian explorer and navigator from the Republic of Genoa who completed four Spanish transatlantic voyages in the name of the Catholic Monarchs, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of the Americas. His expeditions were the first known European contact with the Caribbean and Central and South America.
People
Climate
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,265 ft (2,824 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.6060°, -77.8119° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Carchi |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.0 inches (1,751 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cristóbal Colón
Cristóbal Colón is a small town in Ecuador (Carchi) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 9,265 feet (2,824 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.0 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in Cristóbal Colón
Cristóbal Colón 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 | 53.0°F |
| 2% below Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 350 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,265 ft (2,824 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.6060°N, 77.8119°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiles-Cerro Negro (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 27 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 39 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 55 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 57 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 67 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 70 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 78 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 84 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 96 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 120 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 123 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 126 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 128 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| September | 53°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in |
Cristóbal Colón has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 52°F in July to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (2.0").
Schools in Cristóbal Colón
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD EDUCATIVA CRISTOBAL COLON | — | — | — | — |
| UNIDAD EDUCATIVA CRISTOBAL COLON | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Jorge Martinez Acosta | — | — | — | — |
| Esc. Gregorio Chamorro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Cristóbal Colón
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Coquetisima Online | latina, música en español | MP3 |
Museums in Cristóbal Colón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia de matriculación vehicular | ||||
| Antena | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana Benjamín Carrión - Núcleo Carchi | ||||
| Colección Particular Blas Ángel | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo Germán Bastidas Vaca | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Manaquer | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico | ||||
| Museo Santuario se Las Lajas | ||||
| Registro Civil |
Libraries in Cristóbal Colón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julio Andrade Mega Infocentre | 0.0 | |||||
| Papelería Estrada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cristóbal Colón
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Popular | |||||
| Centro de Mercadeo | |||||
| GALERIA CENTRAL | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado central Jesús del Gran Poder | |||||
| Mercado de Papas | |||||
| Mercado del Norte | |||||
| Mercado Ganadero | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Mira | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Miguel | |||||
| Mercado Santa Clara | |||||
| Plaza Mercado Ipiales somos todos |
Gas Stations in Cristóbal Colón
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cristóbal Colón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distribuidora La Litrona |
Stadiums & Teams in Cristóbal Colón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cristóbal Colón
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mariscal Sucre International Airport | UIO | Large Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Andes Aeroclub Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cristóbal Colón
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basílica Católica de San Pedro de Cristóbal Colón | |
| Basílica Católica de San Pedro de Cristóbal Colón | |
| Capilla comunidad Normalita | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia Católica de El Sixal | |
| Iglesia Católica Parroquial de Pioter |
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What is the weather like in Cristóbal Colón?
Cristóbal Colón has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 350 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 69.0 inches.