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Guática, Colombia

Risaralda Department · Colombia

Guática is a small town in Risaralda Department, Colombia with a population of 4,368. Elevation: 6,286 ft (1,916 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,368 Population 107/sq mi density
6,286 ft Elevation 1,916 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
89.0 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Guática

Guática

Guática is a town and municipality in the Risaralda Department of Colombia, about 93 km away from the capital Pereira. In 2023 the town had an estimated population of 12,423.

People

Population4,368
Density107/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain89.0 in/yr
Sunny Days174/yr
Elevation6,286 ft (1,916 m)
Population4,368
Population Density107 / sq mi
Elevation6,286 ft (1,916 m)
Coordinates5.3157°, -75.7983°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceRisaralda Department
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation89.0 inches (2,261 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Guática

Guática is a small town in Colombia (Risaralda Department) with a population of 4,368. The city sits at an elevation of 6,286 feet (1,916 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 89.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Guática enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 174 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,286 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Colombia avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days174 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,286 ft (1,916 m)
Area40.8 sq mi (105.5 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates5.3157°N, 75.7983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 89.0"
134% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 10.79"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.53"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

281 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 11, 2025.

Aug 19, 1995 7 km WSW of Neira, Colombia M6.6 31 km
Jan 25, 1999 Colombia M6.1 95 km
Nov 23, 1990 7 km N of Salento, Colombia M6.1 72 km
Mar 23, 2019 3 km WSW of Versalles, Colombia M6.1 96 km
Aug 15, 1992 10 km NNE of Palestina, Colombia M5.9 31 km
Feb 19, 1997 19 km ESE of Sipí, Colombia M5.8 114 km
Aug 27, 2023 5 km E of El Cantón de San Pablo, Colombia M5.7 98 km
Jan 19, 2024 7 km E of Cartago, Colombia M5.6 64 km
Jan 5, 2014 10 km S of Sipí, Colombia M5.5 126 km
Jan 25, 1999 2 km SSE of Córdoba, Colombia M5.5 106 km
Apr 23, 2018 3 km NW of Neira, Colombia M5.3 32 km
Sep 11, 1996 28 km W of Trujillo, Colombia M5.3 146 km
Sep 14, 2023 9 km S of El Cantón de San Pablo, Colombia M5.2 103 km
Apr 21, 2005 13 km NNW of San José del Palmar, Colombia M5.2 62 km
Mar 1, 2021 18 km SW of Urrao, Colombia M5.1 111 km
Feb 21, 2015 8 km SW of Argelia, Colombia M5.1 83 km
Apr 24, 2007 3 km SSW of Andes, Colombia M5.1 36 km
Jan 10, 1990 6 km NE of Jardín, Colombia M5.0 37 km
Mar 8, 2005 14 km ENE of Zarzal, Colombia M5.0 101 km
Jun 1, 2011 8 km WSW of Pereira, Colombia M5.0 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (61 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bravo, Cerro Stratovolcano 3,985 m (13,074 ft) 1720 61 km
Ruiz, Nevado del Stratovolcano 5,279 m (17,320 ft) 2020 71 km
Santa Isabel Shield 4,944 m (16,220 ft) -850 73 km
Tolima, Nevado del Stratovolcano 5,215 m (17,110 ft) 1943 90 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in Driest
February 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
March 70°F (21°C) 6.5 in Warmest
April 70°F (21°C) 9.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 10.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 6.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
August 70°F (21°C) 6.9 in
September 69°F (21°C) 8.0 in
October 68°F (20°C) 10.8 in Coldest, Wettest
November 68°F (20°C) 9.3 in
December 69°F (20°C) 6.1 in

Guática has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in October to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 89.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (4.5").

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Radio Stations near Guática

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Colombia Salsa Dura bomba, fania AAC 128 kbps
Colombia Lounge chill, chillout AAC 128 kbps
Colombia Urbana hip hop, metadata AAC 128 kbps
Celestial stereo link alterno cristiana MP3 128 kbps
La Mega (Pereira) 105.2 FM entretenimiento, latino AAC 125 kbps
Brisa FM 93.1 baladas en español, crossover MP3 128 kbps
Pereira Stereo crossover, cumbia MP3
Angular Stereo 97.2 FM 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Colombia Crossover bachata, caribe AAC+ 128 kbps
Colombia Pop Rock 00s, 80s AAC 128 kbps

Libraries in Guática

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca infantil y juvenil Confamiliares0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Caramanta0.0
Biblioteca Publica Muncipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0
Centro Cultural y Biblioteca Santuario - Comfamiliar Risaralda0.0

Farmers Markets in Guática

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galería de Filadelfia
Galeria Municipal

Theatres in Guática

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casa de la Cultura

Gas Stations in Guática

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CO #9375018490

Banks in Guática

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Agrario de Colombia

Stadiums & Teams in Guática

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Guática

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Nubia AirportMZLMedium Airport
Matecaña International AirportPEIMedium Airport
Santa Ana AirportCRCMedium Airport
El Diamante Airport-Small Airport
Hacienda La Elvira Airport-Small Airport
Ingenio Risaralda Airport-Small Airport
La Palestina Airport-Small Airport
Pensilvania Airport-Small Airport
Praga Airport-Small Airport
Vegas Del Rio Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Guática

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
4-72 Guática

Churches & Religious Organizations in Guática

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Fátima
Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Carmen
Parroquia Santa Ana

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
1,947 m (6,388 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guática

What is the population of Guática?

Guática has a population of 4,368 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 40.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Guática?

Guática enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 174 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 89.0 inches.

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