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San José del Guaviare, Colombia
Guaviare Department · Colombia
San José del Guaviare is a mid-size city in Guaviare Department, Colombia with a population of 52,815. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José del Guaviare
San José del Guaviare is a town and municipality in Colombia, capital of the department of Guaviare by the Guaviare River. It is home to some of the deisolated Nunak people.
People
Climate
| Population | 52,815 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.5680°, -72.6397° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Guaviare Department |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.2 inches (2,622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José del Guaviare
San José del Guaviare is a mid-size city in Colombia (Guaviare Department) with a population of 52,815. The city sits at an elevation of 991 feet (302 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 85°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in San José del Guaviare
San José del Guaviare has an average annual temperature of 25.4°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.8°C), the coldest is Jul (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 3220 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.1°F |
| 52% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 156 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Area | 8,936.8 sq mi (23,146.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.5680°N, 72.6397°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 85°F (29°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 86°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 85°F (29°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 11.1 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 14.0 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 13.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 13.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.5 in |
San José del Guaviare has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 79°F in August to 86°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 103.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (14.1") and January the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in San José del Guaviare
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Adventista Matanatha | College | - | , |
| Institucion Educativa Santander | College | - | , |
| Kabod kindergarten | College | - | , |
| SENA Regional Guaviare | College | - | Visit → |
| Universidad Nacional Abierta y a Distancia - CCAV | University | - | , |
Schools in San José del Guaviare
47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Cristal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Progreso | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Conc de Desarrollo Rural | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Pto Tolima | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA COLOMBIA SIN BANDERAS | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Departamental Manuela Beltran | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Juan María Marcelino Gilibert | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Infantil Kabod | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Santa Rosa Alta | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Adventsta Maranatha Coam | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Los Lagos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Rafael Pombo | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil Caritas Lindas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta El Refugio | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Bas Alfonso Lopez Pumarejo | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA PREESC MI PRIMERA ESCUELITA | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil Mis Pininos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Colinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Barrancon Palmeras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primero de Octubre | - | - | - | - |
| Divino Niño | - | - | - | - |
| IE Concentración de Desarrollo Rural | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Manuela Beltrán | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Alfonso López Pumarejo | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA SALACUNA PEQUEÑOS CREATIVOS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Playa Alta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Puerto Colombia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Santander | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Marcelino Giliver | - | - | - | - |
| La paz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de instrucción en entrenamiento y reentrenamiento | - | - | - | - |
| Kid´s place | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela General Santander | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA INTER PTO IRIS | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rafael Pombo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Jorge | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Puerto Tolima | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Panure | - | - | - | - |
| Concentración Escuela José Celestino Mutis | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Caritas Lindas | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA JORGE ISAAC | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Rosal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Doc Veinte de Julio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Manantiales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Paz | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educ San José Obrero | - | - | - | - |
| Jardín Infantil Kids Place | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near San José del Guaviare
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marandua Stereo 100.7 FM | entretenimiento, música y noticias | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Marandua Stereo | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Hotels in San José del Guaviare
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San José del Guaviare
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San José del Guaviare
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in San José del Guaviare
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San José del Guaviare
13 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San José del Guaviare
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in San José del Guaviare
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San José del Guaviare
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San José del Guaviare
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San José del Guaviare
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge E. Gonzalez Torres Airport | SJE | Medium Airport |
| Calamar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mapiripan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Lleras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Rico Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in San José del Guaviare
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Servicios Postales Nacionales |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José del Guaviare
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia San Jorge | |
| La Paz | |
| Movimiento Misionero Mundial | |
| Parroquia María auxiliadora. B. El Modelo |
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Quick Facts
Things to See Near San José del Guaviare
2 places within 15 km
- • El Mirador
- • Puerta de Orion
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San José del Guaviare
What is the population of San José del Guaviare?
San José del Guaviare has a population of 52,815 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 8,936.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José del Guaviare?
San José del Guaviare has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 85°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 156 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.2 inches.