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Ortega, Colombia
Tolima Department · Colombia
Ortega is a small city in Tolima Department, Colombia with a population of 6,871. Elevation: 1,289 ft (393 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ortega
Ortega is a Spanish surname. A baptismal record in 1570 records a de Ortega "from the village of Ortega". There were several villages of this name in Spain. The toponym derives from Latin urtica, meaning 'nettle'.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,871 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.9361°, -75.2217° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Tolima Department |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.9 inches (1,749 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ortega
Ortega is a small city in Colombia (Tolima Department) with a population of 6,871. The city sits at an elevation of 1,289 feet (393 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.9°F |
| 50% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,289 ft (393 m) |
| Area | 431.7 sq mi (1,118.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.9361°N, 75.2217°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tolima, Nevado del (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 81 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 99 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 107 km |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 83°F (29°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in |
Ortega has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in November to 83°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 68.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.1") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Ortega
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Paso Candela | - | - | - | - |
| INST. EDU. EL VERGEL - ORTEGA | - | - | - | - |
| Institution educative the vergel | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ortega
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Principales Colombia | pop, reggaeton | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Conectando Estéreo 91.5 FM | crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Aro Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Ortega
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Ortega
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ortega
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ortega
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ortega
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ortega
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ortega
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Eden Airport | AXM | Medium 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 |
| Ataco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berlín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calicanto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chicoral - Estra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cruz Verde Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Aceituno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Cedrito 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 |
| Facón Saldaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Navas Pardo Airport | CPL | Small Airport |
| Guadalaja Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guamo - Asta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda La Elvira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato De Opia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herrera Airport | HRR | Small Airport |
| Jabalcón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Bastilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Opia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Garzas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Gaviotas 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 |
| Nueva York Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Planadas Airport | PLA | Small Airport |
| Polonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Portugalito 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 |
| Santa Ana Airport | SQB | Small Airport |
| Sinai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamarindo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ortega
What is the population of Ortega?
Ortega has a population of 6,871 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 431.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ortega?
Ortega has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.9 inches.