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Málaga, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Málaga is a small city in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 19,884. Elevation: 7,251 ft (2,210 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Málaga
Málaga is a municipality of Spain and the capital of the province of Málaga, in the autonomous community of Andalusia. With a population of 592,346 in 2024, it is the 2nd-largest city in Andalusia and the 6th-largest in the country. It lies in Southern Iberia on the Costa del Sol of the Mediterranean, primarily on the left bank of the Guadalhorce. The urban core originally developed in the space between the Gibralfaro Hill and the Guadalmedina.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,884 |
| Population Density | 786 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,251 ft (2,210 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6990°, -72.7323° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.6 inches (1,286 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Málaga
Málaga is a small city in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 19,884. The city sits at an elevation of 7,251 feet (2,210 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Málaga
Málaga has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Apr (12.8°C), the coldest is Jul (11.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1239 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,251 ft (2,210 m) |
| Area | 25.3 sq mi (65.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 786/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6990°N, 72.7323°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
Málaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 56°F in December to 57°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Málaga
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Alto de Jaimes | College | — | — |
| SENA Centro Agroindustrial de los Andes | College | — | — |
| UIS Sede Málaga | University | — | — |
| UNAD Sede Málaga | College | — | — |
Schools in Málaga
45 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Sede C Politécnico | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Politécnico Monseñor Sede B | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Nal Custodio Garcia Rovira | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Tec Ind Emeterio Duarte | — | — | — | — |
| COLEGIO NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL ROSARIO | — | — | — | — |
| COLEGIO CUSTODIO GARCIA ROVIRA | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Instituto Técnico Industrial Emeterio Duarte Suárez | — | — | — | — |
| Normal Superior Francisco de Paula Santander | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Politécnico Monseñor Manuel Sorzano González | — | — | — | — |
| COLEGIO DEL ROSARIO | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Instituto Técnico Industrial | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Edelmira Blanco de Alvarez | — | — | — | — |
| Concentración Escuela San Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede H Politécnico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede J Politécnico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede I Politécnico Vereda Calichal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Planta Sede ITI | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vereda Pescadero Sede E Politécnico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pescaderito Sede ITI | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pantano Hondo Sede ITI | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vereda Buena Vista Politécnico Sede F | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de San Luis Sede D Politécnico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela del Lavadero Sede G Politécnico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Barzal | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Unad | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Bosque | — | — | — | — |
| LICEO NUESTRA SEÑORA DE FATIMA | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Tec Agroindustrial de Educ Campesina | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Jerónimo de Aguayo | — | — | — | — |
| Jardín Infantil El Oso Meloso | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Tequia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Santa Elena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Tablon | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Aguablanca | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Vereda Yerbabuena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Pescaderito | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Pescadero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Buenavista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Lavadero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Pantano Hondo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural La Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Guasimo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural San Luis | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Unad | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Normal Superior Francisco de Paula Santan | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Málaga
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olimpica Stereo Bucaramanga 97.7 FM | crossover, cumbia | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 | |
| RADIO POLICIA NACIONAL 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC | |
| RADIO POLICÍA BUCARAMANGA 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC |
Museums in Málaga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUSEO GERSON CORZO |
Libraries in Málaga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Guaca | 0.0 | |||||
| BIBLIOTECA ARGEMIRO BORRERO | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca publica Antonio Cacua Prada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Málaga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado |
Hotels in Málaga
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Málaga
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Málaga
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Málaga
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Málaga
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Málaga
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Marne Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Málaga
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Calichal | |
| Capilla Km 5 | |
| Capilla Maria Auxiliadora | |
| Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción | |
| IGLESIA SAGRADO CORAZON | |
| Iglesia Santísima Trinidad |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Málaga
What is the population of Málaga?
Málaga has a population of 19,884 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 786 people per square mile, spread across 25.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Málaga?
Málaga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches.