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La Vega, Colombia
Cauca Department · Colombia
La Vega is a small town in Cauca Department, Colombia with a population of 3,469. Elevation: 7,159 ft (2,182 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Vega
La Vega is a town and municipality in the Cauca Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,469 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,159 ft (2,182 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0019°, -76.7789° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cauca Department |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.9 inches (1,929 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Vega
La Vega is a small town in Colombia (Cauca Department) with a population of 3,469. The city sits at an elevation of 7,159 feet (2,182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,159 ft (2,182 m) |
| Area | 123.2 sq mi (319.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0019°N, 76.7789°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 55 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 109 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 169 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 8.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 10.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 8.4 in |
La Vega has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 59°F in November to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.4") and July the driest (3.1").
Schools in La Vega
50+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Altamira | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Balcon Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Alto Bonito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Cairo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Nueva Providencia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Rodrigos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Placer | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Potrerillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Ledezma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Miraflores | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Los Remedios | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Puente Real | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Barbillas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Rosa Pamba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Pancitara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Villa María | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Santa Barbara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Carrera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Playa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Ciruelos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Julian | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Recreo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Chaupiloma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Betulia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Normal Superior Los Andes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bellones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Monte Redondo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Providencia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Puente Real | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Monteredondo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Llano Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Ciruelar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Llano Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Llano Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Llano Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Los Remedios | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Palma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bellones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Villa Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bellones | - | - | - | - |
| El Recreo | - | - | - | - |
| Los Andes | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Yachay Churikuna | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Santa Bárbara | - | - | - | - |
| escuela rural Rodrigos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
| IE Barbillas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Florida | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Mix Guambial | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near La Vega
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Stereo 88.4 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio 1040 (1040 AM) | 2000s, 50s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Canela Estereo 99.4 FM | boleros, colombian music | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| POPAYAN FM 105.1 | - | AAC 112 kbps | |
| Radio Policia Nacional 95.7 FM | crossover, government | MP3 | |
| La mezcla FM 89.4 | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Mi Ruta Mi Musica Retro | dance, dj sets | AAC | |
| Super Estación 88.9 | 80s en español, pop en español e inglés | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tropicana Popayán 106.1 | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in La Vega
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal Sotará | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de La Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Vega
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Galeria Municipal | |||||
| Multitodo | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Restaurants in La Vega
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in La Vega
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Vega
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Vega
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Vega
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Guillermo León Valencia Airport | PPN | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Vega
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de San Lorenzo | |
| Iglesia Pancitara | |
| Santa Barbara |
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What is the population of La Vega?
La Vega has a population of 3,469 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 123.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Vega?
La Vega enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.9 inches.