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Piedrancha, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Piedrancha is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 1,788. Elevation: 5,945 ft (1,812 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Piedrancha
The Piedrancha Fault is a dextral oblique strike-slip fault in the department of Nariño in southwestern Colombia. The fault has a total length of 79.5 kilometres (49.4 mi) and runs along an average northeast to southwest strike of 033.8 ± 14 in the Western Ranges of the Colombian Andes.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,788 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,945 ft (1,812 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.1411°, -77.8648° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.0 inches (1,321 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Piedrancha
Piedrancha is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 1,788. The city sits at an elevation of 5,945 feet (1,812 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 242 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,945 ft (1,812 m) |
| Area | 389.8 sq mi (1,009.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.1411°N, 77.8648°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 21 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 37 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 56 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 88 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 104 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 108 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 124 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 137 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 140 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 167 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 174 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 183 km |
| Atacazo | Stratovolcano | 4,463 m (14,642 ft) | -320 | 186 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 6.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 6.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 6.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 5.3 in |
Piedrancha has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 58°F in November to 59°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (1.2").
Schools in Piedrancha
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mix de Coataquer | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Arco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Guaises | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Puespued | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Providencia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Guabo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Rosal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Curcuel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Oscurana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ur Mix San Jorge | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Pususquer | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Integ de Chucunes | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Municipal de Mallama | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Piedrancha
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Piedrancha
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Mercado de Mallama |
Stadiums & Teams in Piedrancha
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Piedrancha
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Piedrancha
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Santiago Apóstol |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Piedrancha?
Piedrancha has a population of 1,788 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 389.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Piedrancha?
Piedrancha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.0 inches.