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Gigante, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
Gigante is a mid-size city in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 36,055. Elevation: 2,651 ft (808 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gigante
Gigante är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i kommunen Gigante och departementet Huila, i den centrala delen av landet, 300 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. Gigante ligger 836 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 9 829.
People
Climate
| Population | 36,055 |
| Population Density | 146 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,651 ft (808 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.3868°, -75.5474° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.9 inches (1,546 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gigante
Gigante is a mid-size city in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 36,055. The city sits at an elevation of 2,651 feet (808 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Gigante
Gigante has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1322 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.6°F |
| 36% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,651 ft (808 m) |
| Area | 247.2 sq mi (640.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 146/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.3868°N, 75.5474°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Purace (95 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 8.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.7 in |
Gigante has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 73°F in July to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 60.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.1") and August the driest (2.4").
Colleges & Universities in Gigante
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio A.L.A.S | College | - | , |
| Instalación educativa Cachaya | College | - | , |
| Institución Educativa La Merced | College | - | , |
| Instituto politécnico Jose Celestino Mutis | College | - | , |
| Seminario María Inmaculada | University | - | , |
| Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje | College | - | , |
| Universidad Sur Colombiana | College | - | , |
| Universidad surcolombiana | University | - | , |
Schools in Gigante
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Bajo Silvania | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bajo Corrozal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Alto Corrozal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Alto Corrozal | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gigante
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM | crossover, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| HuilaGeek Radio | heavy metal, rock | MP3 |
Libraries in Gigante
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Jose Maria Rojas Garrido | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gigante
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAZA DE MERCADO | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Gigante
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gigante
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gigante
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gigante
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Gigante
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gigante
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benito Salas Airport | NVA | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guacamayas Airport | GCA | Small Airport |
| Guamito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Rico Airport | PCC | Small Airport |
| San Diego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santana Ramos Airport | SRO | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gigante
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Antonio Padua |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Gigante?
Gigante has a population of 36,055 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 146 people per square mile, spread across 247.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gigante?
Gigante has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.9 inches.