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Falan, Colombia
Tolima Department · Colombia
Falan is a small city in Tolima Department, Colombia with a population of 9,204. Elevation: 3,196 ft (974 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Falan
Falan is a town and municipality in the Tolima department of Colombia. Falan was founded before 1539, by the Guandecas and Pomponáes tribes. It was discovered by Spanish Baltazar Maldonado in 1539. The population of the municipality was 17,251 as of the 1993 census. The total area of the municipality is 238 km2. Most workers work in agriculture although some do logging or mining. The altitude is 930 meters above sea level.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,204 |
| Population Density | 94 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,196 ft (974 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.1238°, -74.9518° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Tolima Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.4 inches (2,296 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Falan
Falan is a small city in Colombia (Tolima Department) with a population of 9,204. The city sits at an elevation of 3,196 feet (974 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,196 ft (974 m) |
| Area | 98.4 sq mi (254.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 94/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.1238°N, 74.9518°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 38 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 49 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 57 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 67 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 7.4 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 12.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 10.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 5.9 in |
Falan has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 76°F in November to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 90.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.6") and January the driest (3.9").
Schools in Falan
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institucion Educativa Normal Superior Fabio Lozano Torrijos | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Sede La Rica | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa El Cucharo | - | - | - | - |
| IE Filomena | - | - | - | - |
| IE Piedra Negra | - | - | - | - |
| escuela Anexa | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Falan
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amor Stereo | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Ipiales Caracol (HJJJ, 1400 kHz AM) | culture, full service | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJB29, 89.1 MHz FM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tropicanal Tropical 98.9 FM | - | MP3 | |
| Romántica Stereo 88.1 FM Pasto | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rosareña stereo 93.1 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Pasto (HJFV, 780 kHz AM) | culture, live sports | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Falan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa cultural y museo Alfonso López Pumarejo | ||||
| Casa de la Segunda Expedición Botánica | ||||
| Casa Museo Memorial De Armero | ||||
| Museo De Armero | ||||
| Museo de Armero | ||||
| río Magdalena |
Libraries in Falan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Armero Guayabal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Herveo | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Cultural y de la juventud | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Falan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central de Abastos | |||||
| Plaza | |||||
| Plaza De Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza Mercado |
Hotels in Falan
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Falan
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Falan
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Falan
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| German Olano Air Base | PAL | Medium Airport |
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| Mariquita Airport | MQU | Medium Airport |
| Perales Airport | IBE | Medium Airport |
| Agua Blanca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boluca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calicanto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerritos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colombaima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cruz Verde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Escobal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Santuario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Triunfo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda García Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato De Opia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Carmelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Opia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leticia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Major Justino Mariño Cuesto Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Pajonales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Javier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jerónimo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Ana Airport | SQB | Small Airport |
| Teucali Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ventaquemada Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Waterloo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Falan
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CEDINESAG |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Falan
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Santa Ana |
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18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Falan
What is the population of Falan?
Falan has a population of 9,204 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 98.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Falan?
Falan has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.4 inches.