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El Tarra, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
El Tarra is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 3,336. Elevation: 873 ft (266 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Tarra
El Tarra is a Colombian municipality and town located in the department of Norte de Santander.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,336 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.5751°, -73.0961° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 91.8 inches (2,331 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Tarra
El Tarra is a small town in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 3,336. The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet (266 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 91.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.0°F |
| 41% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 171 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 166.3 sq mi (430.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5751°N, 73.0961°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 | - | - | 49 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 10.5 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 13.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 9.8 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in |
El Tarra has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 75°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 91.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.4") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in El Tarra
64+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESCUELA RUR MONSEÑOR HORACIO OLAVE | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Mirador | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Llano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Los Robles | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO DIVINO NIÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Porvenir | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Isidro El Paso | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Rosal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Encantados | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Carrizal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Javier del Oriente | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Ignacio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Banderas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Guaduales | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Villa Nueva | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Campana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Domingo Savio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Km 92 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Carlos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Tarra Sur | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Luis El Espejo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Santa Clara | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Receptor | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Salado Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Salado Alto | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO MONSEÑOR DIAZ PLATA | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Integd El Tarra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Primero de Enero | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO MONSEÑOR DIAZ PLATA | - | - | - | - |
| IRC de La Fortuna | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Aguachica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Marcos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Rosario | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Vegas del Oriente Parte Alta | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Santa Ines Alta | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Villa Nueva | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Catatumbo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San José de Las Vegas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Miguelito | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Espejo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Mata de Tilo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Cecilia | - | - | - | - |
| Sede La Colina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Salazar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Puente Real | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Palmas de Vino | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Bas Santa Catalina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Filito de Oro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Perdido | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Azulita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Gil | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Meson | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Caracol | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Playitas de San José | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Primavera | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Brisas del Tarra | - | - | - | - |
| Sede La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Campo Alegre | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Los Naranjos | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Nuevo Horizonte | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Los Cedros | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in El Tarra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ana Dilia Manzano | 0.0 |
Airports Near El Tarra
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Camilo Daza International Airport | CUC | Medium Airport |
| Juan Vicente Gómez International Airport | SVZ | 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 |
| Casigua El Cubo Airport | CUV | Small Airport |
| Cinera 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 |
| Petrolea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rosario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tibú Airport | TIB | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of El Tarra?
El Tarra has a population of 3,336 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 166.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Tarra?
El Tarra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 91.8 inches.