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Mocoa, Colombia
Putumayo Department · Colombia
Mocoa is a mid-size city in Putumayo Department, Colombia with a population of 56,398. Elevation: 2,008 ft (612 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mocoa
Mocoa is a municipality and capital city of the department of Putumayo in Colombia. As per the 2018 census, the population of Mocoa was estimated at 38,457 individuals. The city was founded in 1551 and covers an area of 5.613 km2 (2.167 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 56,398 |
| Population Density | 23,697 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,008 ft (612 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.1528°, -76.6521° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Putumayo Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 167.4 inches (4,253 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mocoa
Mocoa is a mid-size city in Colombia (Putumayo Department) with a population of 56,398. The city sits at an elevation of 2,008 feet (612 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 167.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Mocoa
Mocoa has an average annual temperature of 18°C (64°F). The hottest month is Oct (18.8°C), the coldest is Jul (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1612 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.8°F |
| 37% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 74 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,008 ft (612 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 23,697/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.1528°N, 76.6521°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (80 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 80 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 133 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 137 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 148 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 177 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 194 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 197 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 10.8 in | Warmest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 10.2 in | Driest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 14.0 in | |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 16.1 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 18.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 19.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 17.5 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 13.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 12.4 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 11.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 11.0 in |
Mocoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 73°F in June to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 167.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (19.8") and February the driest (10.2").
Colleges & Universities in Mocoa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Luis Carlos Galán | College | - | , |
| Instituto Tecnológico del Putumayo | College | - | , |
Schools in Mocoa
49 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Sagrada Familia | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA RENACER | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Quince de Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Mria Goretty | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Los Sauces | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Villanueva | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Libano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nal Pio Xii | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Para La Formación Integ Tucanes Tucanitos | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Ciudad Mocoa | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA NVO INST DE APRENDIZAJE SURCOLOMBIANO | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Campestre La Colina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Caliyaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Villa Rosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Meson | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Las Planadas | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil El Rincon de la Ternura | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Bas Fidel de Montclar | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Cial San Angustin Mocoa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Rumiyaco | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA QUEBRADA SAN ANTONIO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Villa Rosa | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Pio XII | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santa María Goretti | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Luis Chonta Yaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Las Palmeras De Mocoa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Pueblo Viejo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Monclart | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Martin | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Las Toldas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Las Toldas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Jose Del Pepino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Villa Rica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Zarsal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Zarzal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Luis De Chontoyaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Guaduales | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Fray Placido | - | - | - | - |
| JARDIN INFANTIL PEQUEÑOS GENIOS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix José Homero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Demost Rural Mix Alto Afan | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA BELEN DEL PALMAR | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix La Tebaida | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Cristiano Mayim | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Biling Kamentsa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Ciudad Jardín | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Victoria Regia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mocoa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latina Stereo | salsa | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Mocoa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Emprender Mocoa |
Hotels in Mocoa
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mocoa
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mocoa
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mocoa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mocoa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mocoa
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mocoa
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mocoa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mocoa
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| Tres De Mayo Airport | PUU | Medium Airport |
| Orito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Garzón Airport | VGZ | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mocoa
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 4-72 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mocoa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral San Miguel de Mocoa | |
| Inmaculada Concepsión |
Explore Near Mocoa
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Mocoa
6 places within 15 km
- • Alto Afan
- • Alto Eslabon
- • Cascada Fin del Mundo
- • Mirador de la Amazonía
- • Mirador el Trampolín
- • Sachamates
🇨🇴 About Colombia
Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Mocoa
What is the population of Mocoa?
Mocoa has a population of 56,398 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 23,697 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mocoa?
Mocoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 74 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 167.4 inches.