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Providencia, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Providencia is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 3,326. Elevation: 3,658 ft (1,115 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Providencia
Providencia is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,326 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,658 ft (1,115 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.5698°, -77.4640° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.7 inches (1,644 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Providencia
Providencia is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 3,326. The city sits at an elevation of 3,658 feet (1,115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Providencia
Providencia has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.8°F |
| 35% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,658 ft (1,115 m) |
| Area | 253.6 sq mi (656.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.5698°N, 77.4640°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 40 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 82 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 99 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 145 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 153 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 166 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 172 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 181 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 6.4 in |
Providencia has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 72°F in November to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Providencia
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Puerto Rico | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Crucero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix San Martín | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Pital | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA TECNICA COMERCIAL PANGÚS | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Diviso | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Providencia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Providencia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in Providencia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Providencia
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Providencia?
Providencia has a population of 3,326 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 253.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Providencia?
Providencia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches.