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San Joaquín, Colombia

Santander Department · Colombia

San Joaquín is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 844. Elevation: 6,575 ft (2,004 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

844 Population 4/sq mi density
6,575 ft Elevation 2,004 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
59.8 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About San Joaquín

San Joaquín

San Joaquín is a commune of Chile located in Santiago Province, Santiago Metropolitan Region. It is part of Greater Santiago.

People

Population844
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation6,575 ft (2,004 m)
Population844
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,575 ft (2,004 m)
Coordinates6.4300°, -72.8677°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceSantander Department
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation59.8 inches (1,519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About San Joaquín

San Joaquín is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 844. The city sits at an elevation of 6,575 feet (2,004 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

San Joaquín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,575 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above Colombia avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,575 ft (2,004 m)
Area223.5 sq mi (578.8 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates6.4300°N, 72.8677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.8"
57% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,397 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 25, 2025.

Mar 10, 2015 2 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M6.2 41 km
May 31, 1994 44 km SSE of San Cristóbal, Venezuela M6.0 143 km
Jan 2, 1992 2 km NW of Chiquinquirá, Colombia M5.8 138 km
Jan 22, 1995 9 km E of Páez, Colombia M5.7 149 km
Jan 17, 2000 21 km W of Fortul, Colombia M5.6 107 km
May 6, 2007 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 32 km
Mar 10, 2023 4 km NNW of Aratoca, Colombia M5.4 38 km
Nov 8, 1999 8 km SW of San Andrés, Colombia M5.4 36 km
Feb 17, 2008 5 km ESE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 35 km
Feb 17, 2014 9 km NNE of Tame, Colombia M5.4 130 km
May 31, 1994 37 km NNE of Cubará, Colombia M5.4 139 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 32 km
Feb 25, 2005 northern Colombia M5.3 34 km
Apr 23, 1995 11 km NE of Aguazul, Colombia M5.3 139 km
Jan 1, 1990 8 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 47 km
May 20, 1995 7 km WNW of San Miguel de Sema, Colombia M5.3 141 km
Nov 19, 2001 8 km E of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 35 km
Jan 1, 1997 4 km W of San Andrés, Colombia M5.3 43 km
Dec 3, 1990 1 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 40 km
Feb 15, 2023 5 km WNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.2 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 1.4 in Driest
February 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest
April 61°F (16°C) 7.5 in
May 60°F (16°C) 7.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 5.5 in
July 60°F (15°C) 4.2 in
August 60°F (15°C) 4.6 in
September 59°F (15°C) 6.3 in
October 60°F (15°C) 8.2 in Wettest
November 60°F (15°C) 6.1 in
December 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Coldest

San Joaquín has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 59°F in December to 61°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (1.4").

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Schools in San Joaquín

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Institución Tec Parta El Desarrollo Rural Idear
Escuela Rural Callejones
Centro Educativo La Antigua
Centro Educativo Santa Barbara
Centro Educativo San Emigdio Bajo
Centro Educativo San Emigdio Alto
Centro Educativo San Miguel
Centro Educativo Santa Teresita
Centro Educativo La Aurora
Centro Educativo Santa Ana
Centro Educativo San Rafael
Escuela Urb Gabriela Mistral
Colegio Integd María Auxiliadora
Colegio Integrado Maria Auxiliadora
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Radio Stations near San Joaquín

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cerinza FM 100.6 crossover, entretenimiento MP3 128 kbps
Barrancabermeja Virtual crossover, latino MP3 128 kbps
Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM crossover, cumbia MP3
Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm local radio, popular MP3

Museums in San Joaquín

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Plazuela
MUSEO GERSON CORZO

Libraries in San Joaquín

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alejandro Galvis Galvis0.0
Antonia Santos0.0
BIBLIOTECA ARGEMIRO BORRERO0.0
Biblioteca Eduardo Caballero Calderón0.0
Biblioteca Eduardo CaballeroCalderón0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Elvira Flórez Soler0.0

Farmers Markets in San Joaquín

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plaza de Feria de Ganado Coromoro
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de mercado de Curití
Plaza de Mercado Municipio de Coromoro

Hotels in San Joaquín

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Tony
Hotel Kuripaos

Restaurants in San Joaquín

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Doña Elisa
Restaurante

Gas Stations in San Joaquín

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

terpel

Stadiums & Teams in San Joaquín

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Airports Near San Joaquín

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palonegro AirportBGAMedium Airport
Barbosa AirportSmall Airport
Comuneros AirportSmall Airport
El Carmen AirportSmall Airport
El Espino AirportSmall Airport
El Espino AirportSmall Airport
Juan Jose Rondon AirportRONSmall Airport
La Cascajera AirportSmall Airport
Málaga Regional AirportSmall Airport
San Gil AirportSmall Airport
San Vicente AirportSmall Airport
Zapatoca AirportAZTSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in San Joaquín

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroqua San Joaquin

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
2,004 m (6,575 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About San Joaquín

What is the population of San Joaquín?

San Joaquín has a population of 844 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 223.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in San Joaquín?

San Joaquín enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.8 inches.

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