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Mitú, Colombia
Vaupés · Colombia
Mitú is a small city in Vaupés, Colombia with a population of 29,850. Elevation: 571 ft (174 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mitú
Mitú is the capital town of the department of Vaupés in Colombia. It is a small town located in South eastern Colombia in the Amazon Basin. Founded in 1936, Mitú lies next to the Vaupés River at 180 meters above sea level. It is where the core of the services are provided to the Vaupés Department.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,850 |
| Population Density | 14,080 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.2574°, -70.2355° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Vaupés |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 128.8 inches (3,272 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mitú
Mitú is a small city in Colombia (Vaupés) with a population of 29,850. The city sits at an elevation of 571 feet (174 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 128.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Mitú
Mitú has an average annual temperature of 25.3°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.7°C), the coldest is Jul (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 2791 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 115 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 14,080/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.2574°N, 70.2355°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 14.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 14.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 15.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in |
Mitú has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 76°F in July to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 128.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.3") and January the driest (5.4").
Schools in Mitú
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institucion Educativa Integd Jose Eustasio Rivera | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Normal Superior Indg María Reina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Pto Vaupes | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA GIMNACIO MODERNO MORIAH AVENTUREROS DEL SABER | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural de Pituna | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA JOSE MANUEL GUILLERMO HERRERA RGUIHER | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA RUR DE MITUSEÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural de Santa Marta | - | - | - | - |
| Enosimar | - | - | - | - |
| CDI | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Palmeras | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Inaya | - | - | - | - |
| E.R. Puerto Vaupés | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Mitú
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública de Mitú | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Departamental José Eustacio rivera | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mitú
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado del Puerto San Victorino |
Hotels in Mitú
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mitú
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mitú
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mitú
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mitú
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fabio Alberto Leon Bentley Airport | MVP | Medium Airport |
| Acaricuara Airport | ARF | Small Airport |
| Bocoa Querari Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cananari Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kamanaos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Angele Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monfort Airport | MFB | Small Airport |
| Morichal Airport | MHF | Small Airport |
| Morichal Papanagu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papunagu Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Piracuara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Querari Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gerardo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis De Paca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tapurucuara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taraira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Fátima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wainambi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Wasay Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yapu Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mitú
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral de la Inmaculada | |
| Parroquia |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mitú
What is the population of Mitú?
Mitú has a population of 29,850 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 14,080 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mitú?
Mitú has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 115 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 128.8 inches.