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La Cruz, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
La Cruz is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 8,751. Elevation: 7,887 ft (2,404 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Cruz
La Cruz is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,751 |
| Population Density | 96 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,887 ft (2,404 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.6022°, -76.9713° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.5 inches (1,969 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Cruz
La Cruz is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 8,751. The city sits at an elevation of 7,887 feet (2,404 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,887 ft (2,404 m) |
| Area | 91.0 sq mi (235.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 96/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.6022°N, 76.9713°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 61 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 102 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 124 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 139 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | Driest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 8.1 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 7.2 in |
La Cruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 51°F in July to 53°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and September the driest (4.9").
Schools in La Cruz
61+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO LA CAÑADA | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA RUR INTEG DE BRICEÑO | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Bellavista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Tablon | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Meson | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Integ El Chilcal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Salado | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Departamental Agrop Tajumbina | — | — | — | — |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO LA CABAÑA | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Aposento | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Llano Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Hatico | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Lato Ledezmas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Tabor | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Juan Lopez | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Las Aradas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Esmeralda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mix San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo San Rafael | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Loma | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cofradia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Ciénaga | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Telesecund San Gerardo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Paramito | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA RURAL MIXTA MONTAÑITAS | — | — | — | — |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA DE BTO LA CRUZ NARIÑO | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Tec San Francisco de Asis | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Normal Superior de Mayo | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de Educ Primaria Esteban Alvear | — | — | — | — |
| I.E Normal Superior del Mayo basica Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| I.E Normal Superior del Mayo sede Principal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Escandoy | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Alto Ledezma | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Estancia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Estancia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Vega | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vega La Plantica | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Vega | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Troje | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Moncayo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Moncayo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Moncayo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Animas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sebastianillo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Animas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Alto La Cumbre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Cumbre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Campobello | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Alto Cabuyales | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Campo Bello | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Alto La Cumbre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Buenavista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Técnica Agroindustrial San Gerardo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Buenavista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Buena Vista | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Cruz
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latina Stereo | salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Policia Nacional 95.7 FM | crossover, government | MP3 |
Libraries in La Cruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Gabriel García Marquéz | 0.0 | |||||
| Manuel Agustin Ordoñez | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Cruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Unión |
Theatres in La Cruz
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Cruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Cruz
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Garzón Airport | VGZ | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Cruz
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Divino Niño Jesus | |
| Niño Jesús de Praga | |
| Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| Virgen del Rosario | |
| Virgen Inmaculada Concepción |
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What is the population of La Cruz?
La Cruz has a population of 8,751 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 91.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Cruz?
La Cruz has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.5 inches.