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Melgar, Colombia
Tolima Department · Colombia
Melgar is a small city in Tolima Department, Colombia with a population of 25,980. Elevation: 1,066 ft (325 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Melgar
Melgar är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Tolima, i den centrala delen av landet, 80 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. Melgar ligger 325 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 25 980.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,980 |
| Population Density | 241 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.2048°, -74.6408° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Tolima Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.1 inches (1,933 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Melgar
Melgar is a small city in Colombia (Tolima Department) with a population of 25,980. The city sits at an elevation of 1,066 feet (325 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Melgar
Melgar has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.3°F |
| 41% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,066 ft (325 m) |
| Area | 107.8 sq mi (279.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 241/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.2048°N, 74.6408°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolima, Nevado del (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 92 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 105 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in |
Melgar has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 75°F in November to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 76.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.7") and July the driest (3.0").
Schools in Melgar
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Técnica Sumapaz - Sede Santa Clara | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Técnica Sumapaz - Sede Central | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Gabriela Mistral | - | - | - | - |
| IE. Sumapaz | - | - | - | - |
| colegio Campestre | - | - | - | - |
| escuela | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Melgar
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Principales Colombia | pop, reggaeton | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Emisora Fusaonline | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Power Urbana | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Power | - | MP3 | |
| Emisora nueva época | salsa, tropical | MP3 |
Museums in Melgar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Floridablanca | ||||
| Museo Médico de la Lepra | ||||
| Parque Museo Henry Castillo |
Libraries in Melgar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Melgar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 avenida | |||||
| Pabellón de Carnes y Pescado | |||||
| Plaza Concordia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza Minorista |
Hotels in Melgar
22 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Melgar
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Melgar
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Melgar
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Melgar
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Melgar
30 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Melgar
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Melgar
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Melgar
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Melgar
9 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Melgar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Melgar
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | Large Airport |
| Perales Airport | IBE | Medium Airport |
| Santiago Vila Airport | GIR | Medium Airport |
| Aerosport Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agua Blanca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Agua Blanca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Aniversario Estra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Boluca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calicanto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerritos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chicoral - Estra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colombaima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cruz Verde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Aceituno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Escobal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espinal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Recuerdo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Santuario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Triunfo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Facón Saldaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guadalaja Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guamo - Asta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaymaral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda García Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato De Opia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jabalcón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Bastilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Carmelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Opia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Leticia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis F. Pinto Parra Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Los Feria Girón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mangos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Major Justino Mariño Cuesto Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva York Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pajonales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Potrerito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Agustín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Germán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Javier Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jerónimo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Ana Airport | SQB | Small Airport |
| Tamarindo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Teucali Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Melgar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de La Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Iglesia San Francisco de Asís |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Melgar
What is the population of Melgar?
Melgar has a population of 25,980 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 241 people per square mile, spread across 107.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Melgar?
Melgar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.1 inches.