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La Esperanza, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
La Esperanza is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 2,718. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a Colombian municipality and town located in the department of North Santander.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,718 |
| Population Density | 114 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.2104°, -72.4640° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.6 inches (2,302 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Esperanza
La Esperanza is a small town in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 2,718. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in La Esperanza
La Esperanza has an average annual temperature of 27.3°C (81°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (25.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 937 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 172 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 23.8 sq mi (61.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 114/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.2104°N, 72.4640°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1961 | NORTHEASTERN | Earthquake | — | — | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 10.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 12.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in |
La Esperanza has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 90.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.9") and February the driest (3.6").
Schools in La Esperanza
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Las Vacas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Astilleros | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Martica | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Guaduales | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Agric Risaralda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Integd Agua Clara | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Alto Viento | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Buena Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva La Jarra | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Javilla | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Col Puerto Nuevo | — | — | — | — |
| FUNDACION PARA LA ACTUALIZACIÓN DE LA EDUCACIÓN FACE | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Col Camilo Torres | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Agric Jorge Gaitan Duran | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Bajo Guaramito | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural La Hortensia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Plomo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo San Agustín de Los Pozos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Tec Rafael Garcia Herreros | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Col Jaime Cardenas Moncada | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Municipal Integ Agrop Buena Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Esperanza
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Latina 106.1 FM (VE) | latino, merengue | AAC | |
| Radio Mix Retro (VE) | 2000s, 70s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Andes 89.3 FM (VE) | entretenimiento, musica | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Salsera FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 | |
| Tama Stereo (VE) | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Vibra Radio 96.9 | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| W Radio 99.7 FM (VE) | folclor, information | AAC | |
| Impacto Stereo 98.2 FM | cristiana, family | MP3 | |
| Radio C | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Leonel Quintero Trujillo | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Esperanza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Colón | |||||
| Mercado Publico |
Gas Stations in La Esperanza
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Esperanza
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Esperanza
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Camilo Daza International Airport | CUC | Medium Airport |
| Juan Vicente Gómez International Airport | SVZ | Medium Airport |
| La Fria Airport | LFR | Medium Airport |
| Mayor Buenaventura Vivas International Airport | STD | Medium Airport |
| Paramillo Airport | SCI | Medium Airport |
| Campo de Palma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casigua El Cubo Airport | CUV | Small Airport |
| Cinera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Guayabo del Zulia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Malabares Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petrolea Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Piscuri Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Grande de Táchira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tibú Airport | TIB | Small Airport |
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What is the population of La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a population of 2,718 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 23.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Esperanza?
La Esperanza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.6 inches.