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Pitalito, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
Pitalito is a large city in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 135,711. Elevation: 4,150 ft (1,265 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pitalito
Pitalito is a Colombian town and municipality located in southern Department of Huila, Colombia near the Magdalena River Valley, 188 km from Huila's capital, Neiva. It is located in "The Valley of Laboyos" and is the second most populated municipality in the Department of Huila, with a population of 128,630. Pitalito is considered the largest producer of coffee in Colombia. Being at the epicenter of the coffee producing District of Bruselas, the town has become a notable coffee-growing area within Colombia. On several occasions, it has been awarded with the "Cup of Excellence", for producing the best coffee in the country.
People
Climate
| Population | 135,711 |
| Population Density | 15,317 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,150 ft (1,265 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.8537°, -76.0507° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 65.6 inches (1,667 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pitalito
Pitalito is a large city in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 135,711. The city sits at an elevation of 4,150 feet (1,265 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Pitalito
Pitalito has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Feb (16.4°C), the coldest is Jul (14.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1347 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,150 ft (1,265 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (22.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 15,317/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.8537°N, 76.0507°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (65 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 65 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 163 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in |
Pitalito has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 68°F in June to 69°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 65.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.6") and January the driest (3.8").
Colleges & Universities in Pitalito
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Cooperativo | College | - | , |
| Escuela Central | College | - | , |
| I.E. Laureano Gómez | College | - | , |
| Institución Educativa Palestina - sede Principal | College | - | , |
| SENA Pitalito | College | - | , |
| Tecnoparque SENA Yamboró | College | - | , |
| Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia Pitalito | University | - | , |
| Universidad Surcolombiana | University | - | , |
Schools in Pitalito
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Nelson Carvajal | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Liceo Sur Andino | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nacional | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Normal Superior | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Humberto Muñoz Ordoñez | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Los Nogales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Jesús María Basto | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Tía Mónica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Cálamo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Porvenir | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Victor Manuel Cortés | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Meneses | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Winnipeg | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio La Presentación | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela WInnipeg Libertador | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Juan de Laboyos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Charguayaco | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Hogar Infantil | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela María Montessori | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Liceo Freire | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Holanda | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Paraiso Charguayaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Charguayaco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Costa Rica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Zanjones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santa Rita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| IE Jorge villamil cordovez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Resinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rodrigo Lara Bonilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Artes Lorenzo Cuellar | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Liceo Andakí | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Gimnasio Colina Campestre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Macal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Maco | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Alto Yuma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Central | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Agustín Sierra | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pitalito
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Caqueteña 93.1 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Ciento 7 Digital - FM 107.8 | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio opita | - | AAC |
Museums in Pitalito
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura - Museo Arqueológico Municipal Cuvillos |
Libraries in Pitalito
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Gustavo Adolfo Vidal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pitalito
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mercado Centerpark | |||||
| Plaza Civica | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Minorista de Pitalito |
Hotels in Pitalito
23 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pitalito
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Pitalito
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pitalito
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pitalito
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pitalito
18 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pitalito
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Pitalito
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pitalito
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pitalito
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pitalito
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guillermo León Valencia Airport | PPN | Medium Airport |
| Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport | FLA | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| La Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pitalito
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Inter Rapidisimo | |
| Taxis Verdes |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pitalito
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Parque Arqueologico Alto de Los Idolos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pitalito
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Misión Vida Internacional |
Quick Facts
Around Pitalito
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Pitalito
1 places within 15 km
- • Alto Letras
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Pitalito
Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Pitalito
What is the population of Pitalito?
Pitalito has a population of 135,711 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 15,317 people per square mile, spread across 8.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pitalito?
Pitalito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.6 inches.