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Salahonda, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Salahonda is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 7,430. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salahonda
Francisco Pizarro är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Nariño, i den västra delen av landet, 600 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. Antalet invånare är 6 105.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,430 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.0406°, -78.6588° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.5 inches (3,442 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salahonda
Salahonda is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 7,430. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 110 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 289.3 sq mi (749.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.0406°N, 78.6588°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | COLOMBIA: OFF SHORE, PACIFIC OCEAN | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 600 | 87 km |
| 1906 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 144 km |
| 2025 | ECUADOR | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 143 km |
| 1958 | COLOMBIA-ECUADOR | Earthquake | - | 115 | 111 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 150 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 158 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 170 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 180 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 17.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 15.6 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 9.6 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in |
Salahonda has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 78°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 135.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (17.9") and August the driest (6.6").
Schools in Salahonda
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Pública de Salahondita | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA ISLA DEL GALLO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Cachimbal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Salahonda | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO SEÑOR DEL MAR | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion agroecologica la playa | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Salahonda
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in Salahonda
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salahonda
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Florida Airport | TCO | Medium Airport |
| Bocas De Satinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Charco Airport | ECR | Small Airport |
| Guinulero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mulatos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mosquera Airport | MQR | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | ISD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salahonda
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Señor del Mar | |
| Señora del mar |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Salahonda?
Salahonda has a population of 7,430 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 289.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salahonda?
Salahonda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 110 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.5 inches.