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Payán, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Payán is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 2,892. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Payán
Payán är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Nariño, i den västra delen av landet, 500 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. Payán ligger 45 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 2 892.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,892 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.7665°, -78.1833° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 187.2 inches (4,755 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Payán
Payán is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 2,892. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 187.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 64 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 897.3 sq mi (2,324.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.7665°N, 78.1833°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | COLOMBIA: OFF SHORE, PACIFIC OCEAN | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 600 | 124 km |
| 1958 | COLOMBIA-ECUADOR | Earthquake | - | 115 | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (97 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 97 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 109 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 109 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 145 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 163 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 168 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 194 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 15.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 19.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 24.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 19.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | Driest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 12.4 in |
Payán has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 78°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 187.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (24.3") and November the driest (11.4").
Schools in Payán
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Pueblo Nuevo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Piaunde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Brisas de Hamburgo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Estero Seco Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Estero Seco Abajo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nuestra Señora del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Aurora | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Eliseo Payan (IEEP) - Sede Ciudadela | - | - | - | - |
Airports Near Payán
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Florida Airport | TCO | Medium Airport |
| Bocas De Satinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Charco Airport | ECR | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palpailón | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | ISD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Payán
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Payán
What is the population of Payán?
Payán has a population of 2,892 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 897.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Payán?
Payán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 64 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 187.2 inches.