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Marquetalia, Colombia
Caldas Department · Colombia
Marquetalia is a small city in Caldas Department, Colombia with a population of 12,146. Elevation: 5,098 ft (1,554 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Marquetalia
Marquetalia is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Caldas.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,146 |
| Population Density | 263 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,098 ft (1,554 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.2966°, -75.0550° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Caldas Department |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.4 inches (2,525 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Marquetalia
Marquetalia is a small city in Colombia (Caldas Department) with a population of 12,146. The city sits at an elevation of 5,098 feet (1,554 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Marquetalia
Marquetalia has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Sep (22.1°C), the coldest is Nov (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1856 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 156 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,098 ft (1,554 m) |
| Area | 46.1 sq mi (119.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 263/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.2966°N, 75.0550°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 35 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 54 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 63 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 10.9 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 11.3 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 9.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 10.9 in | Coldest |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 7.0 in |
Marquetalia has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 65°F in November to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 99.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.2") and January the driest (5.1").
Schools in Marquetalia
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Guarino San Roque | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Campo Alegre | - | - | - | - |
| IE Las Camelias | - | - | - | - |
| Sebastopol | - | - | - | - |
| Tibacuy - Los Ceibos | - | - | - | - |
| Albania Baja | - | - | - | - |
| La Mesa | - | - | - | - |
| El Vergel | - | - | - | - |
| Lituania | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Roque | - | - | - | - |
| El Retiro | - | - | - | - |
| Retiro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Rosal | - | - | - | - |
| La Asuncion | - | - | - | - |
| Albania Alta | - | - | - | - |
| San Luis | - | - | - | - |
| Esmeralda | - | - | - | - |
| San Luis | - | - | - | - |
| El Aguacate | - | - | - | - |
| Union Baja | - | - | - | - |
| Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| La Palma | - | - | - | - |
| Porvenir | - | - | - | - |
| Unión Baja | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Marquetalia
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia Salsa Dura | bomba, fania | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Lounge | chill, chillout | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Urbana | hip hop, metadata | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Amor Stereo | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Ipiales Caracol (HJJJ, 1400 kHz AM) | culture, full service | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJB29, 89.1 MHz FM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tropicanal Tropical 98.9 FM | - | MP3 | |
| Tropicanal 98.9 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Colombia Crossover | bachata, caribe | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Pop Rock | 00s, 80s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Romántica Stereo 88.1 FM Pasto | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rosareña stereo 93.1 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Pasto (HJFV, 780 kHz AM) | culture, live sports | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJNM, 1220 kHz AM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Marquetalia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Segunda Expedición Botánica |
Libraries in Marquetalia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Herveo | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro Cultural y de la juventud | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Marquetalia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Airports Near Marquetalia
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| German Olano Air Base | PAL | Medium Airport |
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| Mariquita Airport | MQU | Medium Airport |
| Matecaña International Airport | PEI | Medium Airport |
| Airport Hacienda Nápoles | - | Small Airport |
| Boluca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerritos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colombaima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Cedrito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Santuario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Triunfo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda García Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Carmelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pajonales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Perales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Marquetalia
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nuestra Señora De Los Dolores |
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What is the population of Marquetalia?
Marquetalia has a population of 12,146 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 263 people per square mile, spread across 46.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Marquetalia?
Marquetalia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.4 inches.