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Galán, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Galán is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 1,122. Elevation: 3,077 ft (938 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Galán
Cerro Galán is a caldera in the Catamarca Province of Argentina. It is one of the largest exposed calderas in the world and forms part of the Central Volcanic Zone of the Andes, one of the three volcanic belts found in South America. One of several major caldera systems in the Central Volcanic Zone, the mountain is grouped into the Altiplano–Puna volcanic complex.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,122 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,077 ft (938 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6378°, -73.2888° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,831 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Galán
Galán is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 1,122. The city sits at an elevation of 3,077 feet (938 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.5°F |
| 34% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,077 ft (938 m) |
| Area | 63.8 sq mi (165.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6378°N, 73.2888°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 8.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in |
Galán has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 71°F in October to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (2.2").
Schools in Galán
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural El Batan | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santo Tomás Sede La Fuente | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Para El Desarrollo Rural Idear | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Buenavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa Barbara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Mesa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Hobo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Siberia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb José Antonio Galán | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integd Galán | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO ALFONSO GOMEZ GOMEZ | - | - | - | - |
| M1 | - | - | - | - |
| M1 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Galán
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olimpica Stereo Bucaramanga 97.7 FM | crossover, cumbia | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Barrancabermeja Virtual | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 | |
| RADIO POLICIA NACIONAL 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC | |
| RADIO POLICÍA BUCARAMANGA 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC |
Museums in Galán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| La Casa del Quijote | ||||
| La Rancha | ||||
| Museo de la Cerámica | ||||
| Museo de la Coca-Cola | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico y Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo Precolombino |
Libraries in Galán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Galvis Galvis | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioparque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Carlos Martinez Silva | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisco de Paula Santander | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura Alcira Obregon | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Galán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Compraventa de Cacao y Cafe | |||||
| Corabastos | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado de Curití | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Galán
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Galán
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Galán
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Galán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega JJG |
Stadiums & Teams in Galán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Galán
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Yariguíes Airport | EJA | Medium Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cascajera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ponderosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airport | SNT | Small Airport |
| Los Gemelos Dorados Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Wlches Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Galán
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia del Sagrado Corazón | |
| San José |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Galán
What is the population of Galán?
Galán has a population of 1,122 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 63.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Galán?
Galán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.