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Guaitarilla, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Guaitarilla is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 6,280. Elevation: 8,619 ft (2,627 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guaitarilla
Guaitarilla is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,280 |
| Population Density | 135 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,619 ft (2,627 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.1310°, -77.5482° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.6 inches (1,184 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guaitarilla
Guaitarilla is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 6,280. The city sits at an elevation of 8,619 feet (2,627 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,619 ft (2,627 m) |
| Area | 46.7 sq mi (120.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 135/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.1310°N, 77.5482°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 22 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 41 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 56 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 110 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 120 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 129 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 132 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 135 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 159 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 184 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 185 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 186 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 186 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in |
Guaitarilla has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 52°F in July to 54°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 46.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Guaitarilla
33 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Santiago de Camuestes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Alejandro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Girardoth | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Ahumada Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo German | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Carrizal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Florida | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Sa N Buenaventura | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Portachuelo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Alizal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural de San Isidro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbano Numero 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb San Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Tec María Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Instirución Educativa Nuestra Señora de Las Nieves | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Nueva Granada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Fco Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Cid | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San José | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Cuatro Esquinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Cocha | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Integ San German | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Ma Auxiliadora El Motilon | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cumag Chiquito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Ahumada Chiquito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Guanama Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Polachayan | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Ensillada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Guaramuez | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Guaitarilla
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Tulpa |
Libraries in Guaitarilla
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guaitarilla
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado - Consacá | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado 20 de Julio | |||||
| Surtimax |
Stadiums & Teams in Guaitarilla
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guaitarilla
6 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 |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guaitarilla
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Vereda German | |
| Parroquia |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Guaitarilla?
Guaitarilla has a population of 6,280 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 135 people per square mile, spread across 46.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guaitarilla?
Guaitarilla has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.6 inches.