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Cumbitara, Colombia

Nariño · Colombia

Cumbitara is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 5,096. Elevation: 5,584 ft (1,702 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,096 Population 20/sq mi density
5,584 ft Elevation 1,702 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Cumbitara

Cumbitara

Cumbitara is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.

People

Population5,096
Density20/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Population5,096
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Coordinates1.6479°, -77.5782°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceNariño
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,731 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Cumbitara

Cumbitara is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 5,096. The city sits at an elevation of 5,584 feet (1,702 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Cumbitara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,584 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Colombia avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,584 ft (1,702 m)
Area250.0 sq mi (647.5 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates1.6479°N, 77.5782°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.2"
79% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 9.41"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M2.9 on Oct 9, 2024.

Sep 30, 2012 11 km WNW of San Agustín, Colombia M7.3 139 km
Feb 9, 2013 2 km NNE of Yacuanquer, Colombia M6.9 61 km
Jul 25, 2022 9 km N of San Gabriel, Ecuador M5.7 112 km
Jun 27, 2000 3 km ENE of El Peñol, Colombia M5.2 27 km
Mar 6, 2007 23 km SE of Paispamba, Colombia M5.2 130 km
May 23, 2000 31 km ENE of Salahonda, Colombia M5.2 104 km
Apr 12, 1995 29 km NNE of Mosquera, Colombia M5.1 150 km
Aug 18, 2004 2 km ENE of Paispamba, Colombia M5.1 129 km
Mar 16, 2020 32 km ESE of San Lorenzo de Esmeraldas, Ecuador M5.0 123 km
Aug 25, 2019 24 km NW of Guapí, Colombia M5.0 131 km
May 6, 2024 32 km ESE of San Gabriel, Ecuador M4.9 134 km
Jun 12, 2018 13 km ESE of Tangua, Colombia M4.9 73 km
Feb 14, 2019 6 km NE of San Gabriel, Ecuador M4.8 115 km
Apr 3, 2009 14 km WNW of El Ángel, Ecuador M4.8 121 km
Jun 22, 2022 6 km NNE of El Ángel, Ecuador M4.8 114 km
Apr 30, 2014 Colombia-Ecuador border region M4.8 106 km
May 6, 2024 31 km ESE of San Gabriel, Ecuador M4.8 130 km
Oct 16, 2013 22 km NW of El Ángel, Ecuador M4.6 112 km
May 13, 2019 8 km WNW of El Ángel, Ecuador M4.6 121 km
Jul 18, 1998 14 km S of Ricaurte, Colombia M4.6 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Galeras Complex 4,276 m (14,029 ft) 2014 53 km
Cumbal Stratovolcano 4,764 m (15,630 ft) 1926 84 km
Chiles-Cerro Negro Stratovolcano 4,698 m (15,413 ft) 1936 101 km
Purace Stratovolcano(es) 4,650 m (15,256 ft) 1977 151 km
Chachimbiro Stratovolcano 4,106 m (13,471 ft) -3740 153 km
Imbabura Compound 4,609 m (15,121 ft) -5550 169 km
Cuicocha Caldera 3,246 m (10,650 ft) 650 173 km
Mojanda Stratovolcano(es) 4,263 m (13,986 ft) Unknown 186 km
Cayambe Compound 5,790 m (18,996 ft) 1786 186 km
Reventador Stratovolcano 3,562 m (11,686 ft) 2020 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 5.5 in
February 60°F (16°C) 5.4 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.8 in
April 61°F (16°C) 7.8 in Warmest
May 61°F (16°C) 6.7 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 9.2 in
November 60°F (15°C) 9.4 in Coldest, Wettest
December 60°F (16°C) 7.8 in

Cumbitara has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 60°F in November to 61°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 68.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (9.4") and July the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Cumbitara

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centro Educativo La Esperanza - - - -
Escuela San Juan Bosco - - - -
I. E. San Pedro - - - -
Colegio San Juan Bautista - - - -
Centro Educativo El Desierto - - - -
Centro Educativo San Luis - - - -
Centro Educativo Consuelo - - - -
Centro Educativo Santa Marta - - - -
Centro Educativo San Antonio - - - -
Centro Educativo El Caucho - - - -
Centro Educativo El Venticuatro - - - -
Colegio Agrop El Ejido - - - -
Centro Educativo Tabiles - - - -
Centro Educativo La Herradura - - - -
Centro Educativo Santa Ana - - - -
Centro Educativo La Perdiz - - - -
Colegio Agrop Santa Rosa - - - -
Centro Educativo Campo Bello - - - -
Centro Educativo Palo Grande - - - -
Escuela Mix Villanueva - - - -
Centro Educativo El Eden - - - -
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Libraries in Cumbitara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber0.0

Farmers Markets in Cumbitara

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado

Bus Stations in Cumbitara

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Vega

Gas Stations in Cumbitara

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Biomax
Madrigal

Banks in Cumbitara

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Agrario

Stadiums & Teams in Cumbitara

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Airports Near Cumbitara

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Antonio Nariño AirportPSOMedium Airport
Bocas De Satinga Airport-Small Airport
El Guayabx Airport-Small Airport
Maguí Payán Airport-Small Airport
Payán AirportPYNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cumbitara

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia San Pedro Apóstol

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
1,738 m (5,702 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cumbitara

What is the population of Cumbitara?

Cumbitara has a population of 5,096 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 250.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Cumbitara?

Cumbitara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches.

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