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Salamina, Colombia
Caldas Department · Colombia
Salamina is a small city in Caldas Department, Colombia with a population of 18,076. Elevation: 5,879 ft (1,792 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Salamina
Salamina is a town and municipality in the Colombian department of Caldas. It is located north of the department and has a township called San Felix. It was declared a national monument and historic heritage of mankind.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,076 |
| Population Density | 91 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,879 ft (1,792 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4073°, -75.4875° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Caldas Department |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.4 inches (2,169 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salamina
Salamina is a small city in Colombia (Caldas Department) with a population of 18,076. The city sits at an elevation of 5,879 feet (1,792 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Salamina
Salamina has an average annual temperature of 18.2°C (65°F). The hottest month is May (18.6°C), the coldest is Nov (17.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 181 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,879 ft (1,792 m) |
| Area | 199.3 sq mi (516.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 91/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4073°N, 75.4875°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (41 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 41 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 60 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 67 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 85 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 9.3 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 8.0 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 11.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 9.0 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 6.0 in |
Salamina has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 58°F in October to 59°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 85.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (4.2").
Schools in Salamina
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Salamina | - | - | - | - |
| Normal María Escolástica | - | - | - | - |
| Salón de música de la Banda Sinfónica Estudiantil de Pio XI | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Pío XII | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa La Presentación | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Salamina
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colombia Salsa Dura | bomba, fania | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Lounge | chill, chillout | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Amor Stereo | - | MP3 | |
| Colombia Urbana | hip hop, metadata | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ipiales Caracol (HJJJ, 1400 kHz AM) | culture, full service | MP3 64 kbps | |
| La Mega (Pereira) 105.2 FM | entretenimiento, latino | AAC 125 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJB29, 89.1 MHz FM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tropicanal Tropical 98.9 FM | - | MP3 | |
| Tropicanal 98.9 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Pop Rock | 00s, 80s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Colombia Crossover | bachata, caribe | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Angular Stereo 97.2 FM | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Romántica Stereo 88.1 FM Pasto | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rosareña stereo 93.1 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Pasto (HJFV, 780 kHz AM) | culture, live sports | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJNM, 1220 kHz AM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Salamina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Sombrero |
Libraries in Salamina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Caramanta | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Muncipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Salamina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería | |||||
| Galería de Filadelfia |
Hotels in Salamina
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salamina
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Salamina
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Salamina
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Salamina
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Salamina
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Salamina
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Salamina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salamina
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| Mariquita Airport | MQU | Medium Airport |
| Matecaña International Airport | PEI | Medium Airport |
| Santa Ana Airport | CRC | Medium Airport |
| Boluca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerritos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colombaima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Santuario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Triunfo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda García Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ingenio Risaralda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Carmelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pajonales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Salamina
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Envía |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salamina
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Templo El Carmen |
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What is the population of Salamina?
Salamina has a population of 18,076 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 199.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salamina?
Salamina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.4 inches.