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Samaniego, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Samaniego is a mid-size city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 49,085. Elevation: 4,787 ft (1,459 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Samaniego
Samaniego is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 49,085 |
| Population Density | 112 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,787 ft (1,459 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.3385°, -77.5957° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.2 inches (1,555 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Samaniego
Samaniego is a mid-size city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 49,085. The city sits at an elevation of 4,787 feet (1,459 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Samaniego
Samaniego has an average annual temperature of 18.4°C (65°F). The hottest month is Sep (18.9°C), the coldest is Jun (18.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1157 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,787 ft (1,459 m) |
| Area | 439.8 sq mi (1,139.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.3385°N, 77.5957°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 28 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 53 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 69 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 124 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 137 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 143 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 152 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 158 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 172 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 8.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in |
Samaniego has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 62°F in November to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Samaniego
47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Vista Hermosa | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Laguna | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Capilla | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Guadual | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Morro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural El Llano | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO DOÑA ANA | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Monte Blanco | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Chinchal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Chupinagan | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cartagena | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Alto Pacual | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Ur Mix El Motilon | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Tanama | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Turupamba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Salado | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Pichuelo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Puerchag | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Piedra Blanca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Villanueva | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Inga | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Pedro Shumacher | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO ANTONIO NARIÑO | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. La Capilla | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Cancino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Rosario Pamba | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Nuestra Señora de Las Lajas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Ciro Agustín | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Puzpan | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cimarrones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Archiduque | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Mosqueral | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Naranjal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Bermejal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Alto Cartagena | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Martín de Pores | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Santa Isabel Las Cochas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Nicolás del Trasval | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Planada | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Martín | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Cedral | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Los Piinos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Ceja | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Agrop San Martín de Porres | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo de Yunguilla | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Edu Santa Catalina | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Samaniego
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Samaniego
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado - Consacá | |||||
| Surtimax |
Restaurants in Samaniego
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Samaniego
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Samaniego
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Samaniego
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Samaniego
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Samaniego
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San Nicolás de Bari |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Samaniego
2 places within 15 km
- • Cerro Gordo
- • Cerro Inga
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Samaniego?
Samaniego has a population of 49,085 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 112 people per square mile, spread across 439.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Samaniego?
Samaniego enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.2 inches.