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La Merced, Colombia
Risaralda Department · Colombia
La Merced is a small town in Risaralda Department, Colombia with a population of 3,851. Elevation: 5,745 ft (1,751 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Merced
La Merced is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Caldas.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,851 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,745 ft (1,751 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4019°, -75.8847° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Risaralda Department |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.8 inches (2,483 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Merced
La Merced is a small town in Colombia (Risaralda Department) with a population of 3,851. The city sits at an elevation of 5,745 feet (1,751 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 159 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,745 ft (1,751 m) |
| Area | 255.2 sq mi (661.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4019°N, 75.8847°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 74 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 84 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 87 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 103 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 5.5 in | |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | Driest |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 10.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 10.8 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 8.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 12.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 7.9 in |
La Merced has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 63°F in October to 65°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 97.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.3") and February the driest (4.9").
Schools in La Merced
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Antonio del Chamí | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. San Mateo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Merced
9 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 | |
| La Mega (Pereira) 105.2 FM | entretenimiento, latino | AAC 125 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 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 |
Museums in La Merced
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de las Plantas |
Libraries in La Merced
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Caramanta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Gabriel Peláez Montoya | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Martin Fierro bookstore | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Merced
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Municipal |
Hotels in La Merced
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Merced
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Merced
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| Matecaña International Airport | PEI | Medium Airport |
| Santa Ana Airport | CRC | Medium Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Risaralda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Merced
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Descanso Madre Laura - Pie de la Loma | |
| Parroquia San Antonio de Padua |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Merced
What is the population of La Merced?
La Merced has a population of 3,851 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 255.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Merced?
La Merced enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.8 inches.