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Guachucal, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Guachucal is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 4,014. Elevation: 10,141 ft (3,091 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guachucal
Guachucal is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,014 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,141 ft (3,091 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.9609°, -77.7316° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,058 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guachucal
Guachucal is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 4,014. The city sits at an elevation of 10,141 feet (3,091 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 50°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Guachucal
Guachucal has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Mar (11.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 877 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,141 ft (3,091 m) |
| Area | 389.8 sq mi (1,009.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.9609°N, 77.7316°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 15 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 28 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 50 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 83 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 93 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 101 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 107 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 116 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 131 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 159 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 159 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 167 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 167 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 3.9 in |
Guachucal has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 49°F in July to 51°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (1.8").
Schools in Guachucal
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Ipialpud | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO NIÑO JESUS DE PRAGA | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Mix Genaro Leon | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Santo Tomás | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Pusialquer | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Pueblo Viejo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Cualapud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Victoria | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Chapud | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Consuelo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Integ de Colimba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Integ Muellamues | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Genaro Leon | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Arvela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Las Riveras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Ramón | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Chimangual | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cristo Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Guancha | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Agric San Diego | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA TEC AGROP INDIG LIBARDO RAMIRO MUÑOZ | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Etno Educ Sol de Los Pastos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Panamal | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION DE EDUCACIÓN TÉCNICA PARA EL DESARROLLO INCATD | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Guachucal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia de matriculación vehicular | ||||
| Antena | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana Benjamín Carrión - Núcleo Carchi | ||||
| La Tulpa | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo Germán Bastidas Vaca | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Manaquer | ||||
| Museo Santuario se Las Lajas | ||||
| Registro Civil |
Libraries in Guachucal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guachucal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Popular | |||||
| GALERIA CENTRAL | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Mercado de Mallama | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Miguel | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado 20 de Julio | |||||
| Plaza Mercado Ipiales somos todos |
Gas Stations in Guachucal
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Guachucal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guachucal
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guachucal
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| San Juan Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Guachucal?
Guachucal has a population of 4,014 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 389.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guachucal?
Guachucal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.