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La Playa, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
La Playa is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 1,215. Elevation: 4,695 ft (1,431 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Playa
La Playa är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Norte de Santander, i den norra delen av landet, 400 km norr om huvudstaden Bogotá. La Playa ligger 1 472 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 215.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,215 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,695 ft (1,431 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.2133°, -73.2382° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.3 inches (1,837 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Playa
La Playa is a small town in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 1,215. The city sits at an elevation of 4,695 feet (1,431 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,695 ft (1,431 m) |
| Area | 353.3 sq mi (915.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.2133°N, 73.2382°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 | — | — | 78 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 67°F (19°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 8.5 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in |
La Playa has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 72.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.9") and January the driest (1.9").
Schools in La Playa
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Santa Barbara | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Integrada | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Fray José María Arevalo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Los Osos | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Guamal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Oroque Parte Alta | — | — | — | — |
| Sede Canutillo Parte Alta | — | — | — | — |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO LA PEÑA | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Teneria | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Aratoque | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Carrizal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cerro Viejo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Curasica | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Guarinas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Bajo Pavez | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Potrero | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Sucre | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Alto El Buey | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Alto Viejo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Guarumal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Mesa | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Las Guamas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva El Rincon | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Los Cordoncillos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Apial | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Las Liscas Parte Alta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Piedras Blancas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Quebrada Seca | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Playa
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| colvalencia radio 97.7 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| buenísima radio tv | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 106.2 FM | latino, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 89.1 FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta 102.7 FM | crossover, grupera | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in La Playa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Antón García de Bonilla |
Libraries in La Playa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Ana Dilia Manzano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Argemiro Bayona Portillo | 0.0 |
Hotels in La Playa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in La Playa
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Playa
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Playa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Playa
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Camilo Daza International Airport | CUC | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casigua El Cubo Airport | CUV | Small Airport |
| Cinera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Bosque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tornillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Irho Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Tapias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Monjes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mata De Plátano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Millan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petrolea Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tibú Airport | TIB | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Playa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San José |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About La Playa
What is the population of La Playa?
La Playa has a population of 1,215 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 353.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Playa?
La Playa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.3 inches.