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Puerto Gaitán, Colombia
Meta Department · Colombia
Puerto Gaitán is a small city in Meta Department, Colombia with a population of 5,928. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puerto Gaitán
Puerto Gaitán is a town and municipality in the Meta Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,928 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.3133°, -72.0816° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Meta Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.3 inches (2,598 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto Gaitán
Puerto Gaitán is a small city in Colombia (Meta Department) with a population of 5,928. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.0°F |
| 48% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 161 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 6,811.9 sq mi (17,642.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.3133°N, 72.0816°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 16.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 14.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 12.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 10.3 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in |
Puerto Gaitán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 77°F in July to 84°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 102.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.9") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in Puerto Gaitán
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OTRA-SIGLA GENIUS CHILDREN DEL META SAS | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio San Juan Bosco School | - | - | - | - |
| IE Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Jorge Eliécer Gaitán | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO ANTONIO NARIÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Pedagogico Nuevo Horizonte | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Duran del Meta Indumeta | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Mundo Magico | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Naldo Jorge Eliecer Gaitan | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Semipresencial Santa Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Antonio Nariño | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Camilo Torres | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Jorge Tadeo Lozano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Dinamica Horizontes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Luis Antonio Perez Sanchez | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA LUIS CARLOS GALAN SARMIENTO | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio San Juan Bosco School | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Jorge eliécer gaitán | - | - | - | - |
| Howard Garnier school | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Puerto Gaitán
18 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puerto Gaitán
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto Gaitán
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Puerto Gaitán
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Puerto Gaitán
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puerto Gaitán
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Puerto Gaitán
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Puerto Gaitán
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto Gaitán
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto Gaitán
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Puerto Gaitán
49 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Altamira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bello Horizonte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buena Vista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Carimagua Airport | CCO | Small Airport |
| Casanare Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colegial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Currillo Airport | CUI | Small Airport |
| Cusiana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dumacita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Boral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Caimán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Medano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Moriche Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Rodeo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Rodeo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Viejo Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guarilaque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Concordia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Culebra Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Envidia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Gloria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Pista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Malvinas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lasguabin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Milagros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mararey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maríaangélica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Morelia Airport | MSK | Small Airport |
| Mundo Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orocue Airport | ORC | Small Airport |
| Palmas Del Casana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Petriba(Guayabal) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Providencia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Gaitan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pablo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Helena De Upia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago I Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sardinas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Señorías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Soceagro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tarqui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tauramena Airport | TAU | Small Airport |
| Tío Bayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Andrea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yátaros De Meluá Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Gaitán
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral Maria de la Iglesia | |
| Iglesia Protestante Cruzada Cristiana | |
| Iglesia Viva Que Acompaña El Espiritu De La Mision | |
| Parroquia San José Obrero |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Puerto Gaitán?
Puerto Gaitán has a population of 5,928 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,811.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Gaitán?
Puerto Gaitán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 161 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.3 inches.