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El Molino, Colombia
La Guajira Department · Colombia
El Molino is a small city in La Guajira Department, Colombia with a population of 5,265. Elevation: 830 ft (253 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Molino
El Molino is a town and municipality located in the Colombian Department of La Guajira.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,265 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.6530°, -72.9246° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | La Guajira Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.7 inches (1,288 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Molino
El Molino is a small city in Colombia (La Guajira Department) with a population of 5,265. The city sits at an elevation of 830 feet (253 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.1°F |
| 37% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Area | 122.3 sq mi (316.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.6530°N, 72.9246°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in |
El Molino has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 72°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.9") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in El Molino
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio El Rosario | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Heliodoro A Montero Duarte | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Arg Ismael Rodriguez Fuentes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Sn Lucas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Indígena Rural Abukwamke | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Indígena Rural Shekawamke | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Tablazo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Indígena Rural Dzwikumke | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Barriales | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Peninsular | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Pozos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Corralejas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Tablazo | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Educativa San lucas | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Agropecuria Ismael Rodrigues Fuentes | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Heliodoro Alfredo Montero Duarte | - | - | - | - |
| Sede escolar Dina Elizabeth Bula | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near El Molino
8 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 | |
| Ebenezer stereo 88.2 la Paz Cesar | - | MP3 192 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 |
Farmers Markets in El Molino
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal (abandonado) |
Stadiums & Teams in El Molino
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Molino
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alfonso López Pumarejo Airport | VUP | Medium Airport |
| Jorge Isaac Airport | MCJ | Medium Airport |
| Ana María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buenavista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casacara Cayta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerrejón Central Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cotoprix Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Capitán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Mango Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda El Caimito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Matua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | DZI | Small Airport |
| Los Andes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Machiques North Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Madaci Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maicao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Montellano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pororó Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sala 77 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Del César Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Del César Airport | SJH | Small Airport |
| Tamaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa del Rosario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Rosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villanueva Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Molino
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ermita Nacional |
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What is the population of El Molino?
El Molino has a population of 5,265 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 122.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Molino?
El Molino has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches.