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Planadas, Colombia
Tolima Department · Colombia
Planadas is a small city in Tolima Department, Colombia with a population of 21,557. Elevation: 3,976 ft (1,212 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Planadas
Planadas Is a Colombian municipality located in the department of Tolima. It was founded in 1966 during the presidency of Carlos Lleras Restrepo and lies 252 km of Ibagué the capital of the department.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,557 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,976 ft (1,212 m) |
| Coordinates | 3.1970°, -75.6451° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Tolima Department |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.4 inches (1,839 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Planadas
Planadas is a small city in Colombia (Tolima Department) with a population of 21,557. The city sits at an elevation of 3,976 feet (1,212 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Planadas
Planadas has an average annual temperature of 20.1°C (68°F). The hottest month is Sep (21.3°C), the coldest is Jun (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 1316 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,976 ft (1,212 m) |
| Area | 756.1 sq mi (1,958.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 3.1970°N, 75.6451°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (129 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 129 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 166 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 183 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 7.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 6.4 in |
Planadas has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 69°F in November to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 72.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (10.3") and July the driest (2.2").
Colleges & Universities in Planadas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Campo Hermoso | College | - | , |
| Sede el Darién | College | - | , |
Schools in Planadas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela La Esperanza | - | - | - | - |
| Inst. Edu. Tec. Los Andes | - | - | - | - |
| INST. EDU. TEC. LOS ANDES - PLANADAS | - | - | - | - |
| IE. Santo Domingo Sabio | - | - | - | - |
| I.E.T Pablo Sexto | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Planadas
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HuilaGeek Radio | heavy metal, rock | MP3 | |
| HJ Doble K Neiva 840AM | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Conectando Estéreo 91.5 FM | crossover | MP3 128 kbps |
Hotels in Planadas
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Planadas
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Planadas
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Planadas
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Planadas
39 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport | CLO | Large Airport |
| Benito Salas Airport | NVA | Medium Airport |
| Ataco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berlín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Castilla Central Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Milagro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Facón Saldaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| General Navas Pardo Airport | CPL | Small Airport |
| Guamito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Herrera Airport | HRR | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Incauca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Manuelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Mayaguez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Providencia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jabalcón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La .Estrella Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Base-Fumivalle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cañas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Garzas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mangos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Planadas Airport | PLA | Small Airport |
| Polonia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Agustín Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Diego Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gerardo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Germán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jacinto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sinai Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamarindo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Planadas?
Planadas has a population of 21,557 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 756.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Planadas?
Planadas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.4 inches.