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La Tola, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
La Tola is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 5,847. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Tola
La Tola is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,847 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.3995°, -78.1892° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 182.2 inches (4,627 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Tola
La Tola is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 5,847. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 182.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.0°F |
| 46% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 62 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 317.1 sq mi (821.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.3995°N, 78.1892°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (160 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 160 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 165 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 178 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 13.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 12.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 14.9 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 22.8 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 19.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 12.8 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 15.4 in | Coldest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 12.2 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in |
La Tola has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 79°F in October to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 182.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (22.8") and March the driest (12.2").
Schools in La Tola
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Alfonso Lopez | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Sofonias Yacup | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urba de Varones | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA URBA DE NIÑAS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Banguela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Arenal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Hojal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Bolita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Francisco de Taija | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Rosario | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Zapotal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Pampon | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Guayaquil | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Guabillo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Monte Alto Abajo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Martín Galvez | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Bajo Zepangue | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Loma Zepangue | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San José Calabazal | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near La Tola
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guapi Airport | GPI | Medium Airport |
| La Florida Airport | TCO | Medium Airport |
| Bocas De Satinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Charco Airport | ECR | Small Airport |
| Los Mulatos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mosquera Airport | MQR | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | ISD | Small Airport |
| Timbiqui Airport | TBD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Tola
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Rafael Arcángel |
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What is the population of La Tola?
La Tola has a population of 5,847 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 317.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Tola?
La Tola has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 62 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 182.2 inches.