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Linares, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Linares is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 8,974. Elevation: 4,839 ft (1,475 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Linares
Linares is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,974 |
| Population Density | 145 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,839 ft (1,475 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.3508°, -77.5234° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.2 inches (1,555 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Linares
Linares is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 8,974. The city sits at an elevation of 4,839 feet (1,475 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Linares
Linares has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,839 ft (1,475 m) |
| Area | 61.7 sq mi (159.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.3508°N, 77.5234°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 22 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 59 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 75 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 130 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 142 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 149 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 156 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 159 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 165 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 180 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 8.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in |
Linares has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 62°F in November to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Linares
35 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo El Higueronal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Laguna del Guaitara | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo San José Poroto | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Tola | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Arboleda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Alto de Aranda | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Gramal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Bellavista | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo San Martín | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Ensillada | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Mix Llanogrande Alto | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Laguna del Pueblo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Integ Tabiles | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Pacual | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Llano Grande Bajo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Estación Roso | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Catauca | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Mix Diego Luis Córdoba | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva Rural La Vedeaguja | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Bellavista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Limos | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Feliciana | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Bellavista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Luis | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Los Pozuelos | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Departamental Luis Carlos Galán | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cristo Rey | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vergel | — | — | — | — |
| I.e. San Francisco de Asis | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Nachao | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Monteclaro | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Tambillo de Acostas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cuatro Esquinas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Integ Numero 1 Tambillos de Bravos | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Linares
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental |
Libraries in Linares
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Linares
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de los dos puentes | |||||
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado - Consacá | |||||
| Surtimax |
Gas Stations in Linares
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Linares
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Linares
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Departamental Libertad |
Airports Near Linares
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Orito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Linares
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CEHANI | ||
| Centro Ortopédico de Nariño | ||
| Clínica morásurco | ||
| Veterinaria valle de atriz |
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What is the population of Linares?
Linares has a population of 8,974 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 61.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Linares?
Linares enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.2 inches.