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El Carmen, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
El Carmen is a small city in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 12,001. Elevation: 2,336 ft (712 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Carmen
El Carmen is a Colombian municipality located in the department of North Santander.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,001 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,336 ft (712 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5112°, -73.4476° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.2 inches (1,960 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Carmen
El Carmen is a small city in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 12,001. The city sits at an elevation of 2,336 feet (712 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in El Carmen
El Carmen has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.3°C), the coldest is Nov (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.8°F |
| 29% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,336 ft (712 m) |
| Area | 1,568.2 sq mi (4,061.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5112°N, 73.4476°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1961 | NORTHEASTERN | Earthquake | — | — | 44 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 9.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in |
El Carmen has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in January to 71°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 77.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.9") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in El Carmen
55+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Nueva Santa Rita | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva La Quiebra | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva La Pelota | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva La Osa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva La Estrella | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva La Cuesta El Sul | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Gonzalo Rivera Laguado | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Sul | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Páramo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Hoyo | — | — | — | — |
| CONCENTRACION ESC JULIAN PINZON PEÑARANDA | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Limonal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Potrero Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Los Jardines | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santo Angel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Loslimos | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Santa Barbara | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Piedecuesta | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Bella Luz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Agua Blanca | — | — | — | — |
| Sede Youcayra | — | — | — | — |
| Sede Guayabales | — | — | — | — |
| Sede Planadas Parte Baja | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Col Enrique Pardo Farelo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Integd Priscila Caceres | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Lubin Sanchez | — | — | — | — |
| Enrique Pardo Farelo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Filo de Palo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Manguita | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Tierra Azul | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Potrero Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Tec Imtel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Integ Phatuina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Orejero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Salobre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Alto de Las Cruces | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Tierra Azul | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Alto Azul | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Torno | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cuare Alto | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Tierra Azul | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Peregrina | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Quebrada Honda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Las Quebradas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Laguneta | — | — | — | — |
| OTRA-SIGLA ECS NUEVA | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Tabacal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Los Andes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Astilleros | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Chamizon | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Saragoza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Pueblito | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near El Carmen
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| colvalencia radio 97.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| buenísima radio tv | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 106.2 FM | latino, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 89.1 FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta 102.7 FM | crossover, grupera | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Libraries in El Carmen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ana Dilia Manzano | 0.0 |
Gas Stations in El Carmen
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Carmen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Carmen
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Bosque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Tapias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Monjes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Millan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Del Sud Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tibú Airport | TIB | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Carmen
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Alianza Los Olivos El Carmen | |
| Iglesia Alianza Luz Y Verdad Guamalito | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Carmen de Nazareth |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Carmen
What is the population of El Carmen?
El Carmen has a population of 12,001 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,568.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Carmen?
El Carmen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.2 inches.