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Elías, Colombia

Huila Department · Colombia

Elías is a small town in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 1,117. Elevation: 4,239 ft (1,292 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,117 Population 11/sq mi density
4,239 ft Elevation 1,292 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
62.6 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Elías

Elías

Elias is the hellenized version for the name of Elijah, a prophet in the Northern Kingdom of Israel in the 9th century BC, mentioned in several holy books. Due to Elias' role in the scriptures and to many later associated traditions, the name is used as a personal name in numerous languages.

People

Population1,117
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
Rain62.6 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation4,239 ft (1,292 m)
Population1,117
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation4,239 ft (1,292 m)
Coordinates2.0117°, -75.9397°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceHuila Department
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation62.6 inches (1,591 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Elías

Elías is a small town in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 1,117. The city sits at an elevation of 4,239 feet (1,292 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Elías enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,239 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above Colombia avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,239 ft (1,292 m)
Area106.0 sq mi (274.4 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates2.0117°N, 75.9397°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.6"
65% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.86"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

77 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Sep 30, 2012 11 km WNW of San Agustín, Colombia M7.3 48 km
Jun 6, 1994 23 km E of Toribío, Colombia M6.8 102 km
Jan 26, 2019 13 km NW of Santa María, Colombia M5.6 116 km
Jan 28, 2019 12 km S of Planadas, Colombia M5.5 124 km
Feb 22, 2015 7 km SSW of Caldono, Colombia M5.5 101 km
Mar 6, 2007 23 km SE of Paispamba, Colombia M5.2 62 km
Aug 18, 2004 2 km ENE of Paispamba, Colombia M5.1 78 km
Dec 18, 2009 10 km NNE of Toribío, Colombia M5.1 120 km
Nov 4, 2017 8 km SSE of Inzá, Colombia M5.1 53 km
Jan 9, 2014 19 km S of Gaitania, Colombia M5.0 108 km
Nov 13, 1991 11 km SSE of Santander de Quilichao, Colombia M5.0 114 km
Dec 6, 1992 18 km NW of El Doncello, Colombia M4.9 65 km
Mar 4, 2008 18 km ESE of Jambaló, Colombia M4.8 83 km
Jun 20, 2012 28 km E of Paispamba, Colombia M4.7 53 km
Jan 9, 2014 22 km SW of Gaitania, Colombia M4.7 108 km
Nov 11, 2017 38 km E of Rivera, Colombia M4.7 141 km
Oct 4, 1991 5 km WNW of Caloto, Colombia M4.7 129 km
May 18, 2005 11 km WSW of Palestina, Colombia M4.6 49 km
Apr 19, 2022 7 km NE of Acevedo, Colombia M4.6 20 km
Jan 9, 2014 20 km SSW of Gaitania, Colombia M4.6 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Purace Stratovolcano(es) 4,650 m (15,256 ft) 1977 62 km
Galeras Complex 4,276 m (14,029 ft) 2014 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 4.4 in
March 68°F (20°C) 5.8 in Warmest
April 68°F (20°C) 6.9 in Wettest
May 68°F (20°C) 6.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 4.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in Coldest
August 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
September 68°F (20°C) 4.4 in
October 68°F (20°C) 6.4 in
November 67°F (20°C) 6.4 in
December 68°F (20°C) 4.6 in

Elías has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 67°F in July to 68°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 62.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Elías

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Pradera - - - -
Escuela Alto Pradera - - - -
Escuela Quituro - - - -
Escuela Palestina - - - -
Escuela La Galaxia - - - -
Escuela Acacias - - - -
Escuela Delicias - - - -
Institución Educativo María Auxiliadora - - - -
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Radio Stations near Elías

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM crossover, noticias AAC 64 kbps
La Caqueteña 93.1 FM crossover, entretenimiento MP3 128 kbps
La Ciento 7 Digital - FM 107.8 crossover, entretenimiento AAC 64 kbps
Radio opita - AAC
Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM La Plata, Huila - AAC 64 kbps
Global Estéreo 96.8 FM La Plata, Huila - MP3 128 kbps
Fiesta Stereo 88.1 FM african music, crossover AAC+ 96 kbps

Libraries in Elías

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Jose Maria Rojas Garrido0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Elías

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galería
Galería
Mercado Centerpark
Palza de Ferias
Plaza Civica
Plaza de Mercado Minorista de Pitalito

Hotels in Elías

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Centerpark
Posada Turistica

Gas Stations in Elías

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Estación La María

Stadiums & Teams in Elías

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Elías

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Guillermo León Valencia AirportPPNMedium Airport
Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes AirportFLAMedium Airport
Pitalito AirportPTXMedium Airport
Campo Alegre Airport-Small Airport
El Limonar Airport-Small Airport
El Viso Airport-Small Airport
La Floresta Airport-Small Airport
La Jagua Airport-Small Airport
San Francisco Airport-Small Airport
Santa Bárbara Airport-Small Airport
Santana Ramos AirportSROSmall Airport
Tesalia Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Elías

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia San Emigdio

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
1,228 m (4,029 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Elías

What is the population of Elías?

Elías has a population of 1,117 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 106.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Elías?

Elías enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.6 inches.

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