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Rivera, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
Rivera is a small city in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 22,877. Elevation: 2,398 ft (731 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rivera
Rivera is the capital of Rivera Department of Uruguay. The border with Brazil joins it with the Brazilian city of Santana do Livramento, which is only a block away from it, at the north end of Route 5. Together, they form an urban area of around 200,000 inhabitants. As of the census of 2011, it is the sixth most populated city of Uruguay.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,877 |
| Population Density | 130 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,398 ft (731 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.7772°, -75.2564° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.3 inches (1,632 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rivera
Rivera is a small city in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 22,877. The city sits at an elevation of 2,398 feet (731 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Rivera
Rivera has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.7°C), the coldest is Nov (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1379 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.4°F |
| 34% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,398 ft (731 m) |
| Area | 175.4 sq mi (454.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 130/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.7772°N, 75.2564°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Purace (137 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 7.6 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.3 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | Coldest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in |
Rivera has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 72°F in November to 73°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 64.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.0") and August the driest (3.1").
Schools in Rivera
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución educativa nucleo escolar el Guadual - Sede Viso Mesitas | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Emanuel | — | — | — | — |
| Insitutución educativa nucleo escolar el Guadual - Sede Alto Guadual | — | — | — | — |
| Gimnasio Jose Eustasio Rivera | — | — | — | — |
| Insitutución educativa nucleo escolar el Guadual - Sede Las Juntas | — | — | — | — |
| Institución educativa nucleo escolar el Guadual - Sede el Salado | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rivera
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HuilaGeek Radio | heavy metal, rock | MP3 | |
| HJ Doble K Neiva 840AM | — | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Rivera
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Banco de la República | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Universitaria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rivera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercaneiva | |||||
| Surabastos |
Hotels in Rivera
26 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rivera
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rivera
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rivera
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rivera
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rivera
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rivera
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rivera
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rivera
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rivera
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Benito Salas Airport | NVA | Medium Airport |
| Eduardo Falla Solano Airport | SVI | Medium Airport |
| Berlín Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Candilejas Airport | CJD | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guacamayas Airport | GCA | Small Airport |
| Guamito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Herrera Airport | HRR | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Jagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Manga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Planadas Airport | PLA | Small Airport |
| Polonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Diego Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santana Ramos Airport | SRO | Small Airport |
| Sinai Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rivera
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Servientrega |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rivera
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa de david | |
| Iglesia Juncal | |
| Iglesia Rivera | |
| Seminario Mayor de San Esteban |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rivera
What is the population of Rivera?
Rivera has a population of 22,877 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 130 people per square mile, spread across 175.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rivera?
Rivera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches.