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Potosí, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Potosí is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 10,186. Elevation: 8,996 ft (2,742 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Potosí
Potosí, known as Villa Imperial de Potosí in the colonial period, is the capital city and a municipality of the Department of Potosí in Bolivia. It is one of the highest cities in the world at a nominal 4,067 m (13,343 ft).
Diego Huallpa, an indigenous prospector, is traditionally credited with the discovery of the Cerro Rico in 1545, which led to the founding and rapid growth of Potosí due to its extraordinary silver wealth.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,186 |
| Population Density | 34 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,996 ft (2,742 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.8074°, -77.5722° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.6 inches (1,158 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potosí
Potosí is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 10,186. The city sits at an elevation of 8,996 feet (2,742 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Potosí
Potosí has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Mar (11.6°C), the coldest is Jul (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 877 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,996 ft (2,742 m) |
| Area | 302.5 sq mi (783.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 34/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.8074°N, 77.5722°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 37 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 41 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 51 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 88 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 91 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 98 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 99 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 104 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 131 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 150 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 152 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 156 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 157 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| September | 51°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in |
Potosí has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 50°F in July to 52°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.1") and August the driest (2.7").
Schools in Potosí
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Loma del Medio | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Integrado Nuestra Señora de Lourdes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urb Santo Domingo Savio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nueva de San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Marcos | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San Antonio de Padua | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Purbuntud | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Indig Integ Santa Teresita de Mueses | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Magdalena | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Cuaspud Cuatro Esquinas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mix Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Yamuesquer | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Carrizal | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA RURAL MIXTA ANTONIO NARIÑO | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cortadera | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Agrop Luis Antonio Montero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Chaguaype | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo San Francisco de Asis | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Tola de Las Lajas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Mix Las Lajas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Inagan | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Chiranquer | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Guacuan | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Cultun | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Tec Agrop Ind Los Pastos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Yamuesquer | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Santa Rosa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Luis | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Potosí
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agencia de matriculación vehicular | ||||
| Antena | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura Ecuatoriana Benjamín Carrión - Núcleo Carchi | ||||
| La Tulpa | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico de Arte Moderno y Contemporáneo Germán Bastidas Vaca | ||||
| Museo Santuario se Las Lajas | ||||
| Registro Civil |
Libraries in Potosí
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julio Andrade Mega Infocentre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potosí
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Popular | |||||
| GALERIA CENTRAL | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Papas | |||||
| Mercado Ganadero | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Miguel | |||||
| Mercado Santa Clara | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado 20 de Julio | |||||
| Plaza Mercado Ipiales somos todos |
Hotels in Potosí
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Potosí
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Potosí
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Potosí
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Potosí
6 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 |
| Andes Aeroclub Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Loja Airport | LGQ | Small Airport |
| Orito Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Potosí
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica de Potosí | |
| Santuario de Las Lajas |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Potosí
What is the population of Potosí?
Potosí has a population of 10,186 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 302.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potosí?
Potosí has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches.