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El Peñol, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
El Peñol is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 2,294. Elevation: 5,233 ft (1,595 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Peñol
El Peñol is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,294 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,233 ft (1,595 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.4537°, -77.4402° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.7 inches (1,617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Peñol
El Peñol is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 2,294. The city sits at an elevation of 5,233 feet (1,595 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in El Peñol
El Peñol has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,233 ft (1,595 m) |
| Area | 125.5 sq mi (324.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.4537°N, 77.4402°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 27 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 74 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 90 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 145 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 151 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 157 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 164 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 170 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 172 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 5.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 8.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 6.6 in |
El Peñol has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 65°F in November to 66°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 63.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (1.9").
Schools in El Peñol
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Rincon | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Alto Cascajal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ur Mix Plan Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Granadillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Humitaro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Cafelina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Chagraurco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Potrerillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Pedro Claver | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. Jorge Eliécer Gaitán | - | - | - | - |
Museums in El Peñol
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental |
Libraries in El Peñol
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Aranda | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Peñol
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de los dos puentes | |||||
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado - Consacá | |||||
| Surtimax |
Stadiums & Teams in El Peñol
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha Heraldo Romero Sanchez |
Airports Near El Peñol
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in El Peñol
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CEHANI | ||
| Centro Ortopédico de Nariño | ||
| Clínica morásurco | ||
| Veterinaria valle de atriz |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Peñol
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica El Peñol |
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What is the population of El Peñol?
El Peñol has a population of 2,294 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 125.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Peñol?
El Peñol enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.7 inches.