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Distracción, Colombia
La Guajira Department · Colombia
Distracción is a small city in La Guajira Department, Colombia with a population of 11,934. Elevation: 673 ft (205 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Distracción
Distracción is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of La Guajira. Founded in 1845 by a man from neighboring Barrancas named Antonio María Vidal on the right margin of the Ranchería River.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,934 |
| Population Density | 108 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 673 ft (205 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.8978°, -72.8867° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | La Guajira Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.1 inches (1,121 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Distracción
Distracción is a small city in Colombia (La Guajira Department) with a population of 11,934. The city sits at an elevation of 673 feet (205 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Distracción
Distracción has an average annual temperature of 24.9°C (77°F). The hottest month is May (26°C), the coldest is Jan (23.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 777 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.4°F |
| 47% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 673 ft (205 m) |
| Area | 110.9 sq mi (287.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.8978°N, 72.8867°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 1.2 in |
Distracción has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Distracción
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Etnoeducaptivo Mayamangloma | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Liceo San Jorge | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Etnoeducativa El Caimito | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Rural Gladis Bonilla De Gil | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Etnoeducativa los Hornitos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Duda | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Rural de Buenavista | - | - | - | - |
| Ssde etnoeducativa El Paraiso | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Etnoeducativo Sede La Ceiba | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Margot Maestre De Ariza | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Jardin Maria Monteso | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Educativa Maria Inmaculada | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cristiano Enseñanza Y Vida Sas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rur Mix Los Dos Caminos | - | - | - | - |
| Jardin Infantil Maria Montessory | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Las Comparticiones | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Distracción
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerro murillo stereo | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Alegría y Gozo Radio Católica | bible, catolica | AAC 32 kbps | |
| Cacica Stereo 89.7 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Cardenal Stereo 94.7 FM | musica, vallenato | MP3 96 kbps | |
| sistema Cardenal Valledupar 1050 am | vallenato | MP3 96 kbps | |
| La Voz Del Cañaguate 860 AM | champeta, crossover | MP3 96 kbps | |
| olímpica stereo Valledupar 93.7 fm | olimpica stereo | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| fiesta stereo 107.7 fm Barrancas | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| FRONTERA STEREO 89.1 FM | entretenimiento, music | AAC |
Stadiums & Teams in Distracción
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Distracción
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport | VUP | Medium Airport |
| Almirante Padilla Airport | RCH | Medium Airport |
| Jorge Isaac Airport | MCJ | Medium Airport |
| Buenavista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerrejón Central Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cotoprix Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Mango Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Caimito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Matua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madaci Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maicao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Montellano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ríohacha Highway Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Sala 77 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Del César Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Del César Airport | SJH | Small Airport |
| Villa del Rosario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Rosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villanueva Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Distracción?
Distracción has a population of 11,934 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 110.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Distracción?
Distracción has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.