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La Plata, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
La Plata is a small city in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 19,275. Elevation: 3,346 ft (1,020 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Plata
La Plata is the capital city of Buenos Aires province, Argentina. According to the 2022 census, the Partido has a population of 772,618 and its metropolitan area, the Greater La Plata, has 938,287 inhabitants. It is located 9 kilometers inland from the southern shore of the Río de la Plata estuary.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,275 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,346 ft (1,020 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.3934°, -75.8923° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 63.4 inches (1,609 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Plata
La Plata is a small city in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 19,275. The city sits at an elevation of 3,346 feet (1,020 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in La Plata
La Plata has an average annual temperature of 19.3°C (67°F). The hottest month is Sep (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1322 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,346 ft (1,020 m) |
| Area | 428.1 sq mi (1,108.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.3934°N, 75.8923°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Purace (57 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 57 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 7.3 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 5.2 in |
La Plata has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 67°F in July to 68°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (3.3").
Schools in La Plata
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Fatima | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa San Sebastián | — | — | — | — |
| Alto Coral Nueva Irlanda | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cooperativo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Rafael | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Plata
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM | crossover, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio opita | — | AAC | |
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM La Plata, Huila | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Global Estéreo 96.8 FM La Plata, Huila | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta Stereo 88.1 FM | african music, crossover | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in La Plata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo Etnográfico |
Libraries in La Plata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Jose Maria Rojas Garrido | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Plata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercadounicipal |
Hotels in La Plata
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Plata
10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in La Plata
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in La Plata
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Plata
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Plata
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Plata
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Plata
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in La Plata
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Plata
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benito Salas Airport | NVA | Medium Airport |
| Guillermo León Valencia Airport | PPN | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guamito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Arrobleda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Jagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Rico Airport | PCC | Small Airport |
| San Diego Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santana Ramos Airport | SRO | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Plata
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla divino niño | |
| Catedral de San Sebastian de la Plata | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal | |
| Templo de Nuestra Señora de Aránzazu |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Plata
What is the population of La Plata?
La Plata has a population of 19,275 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 428.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Plata?
La Plata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.4 inches.