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San José, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
San José is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 1,772. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San José
San José är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Nariño, i den västra delen av landet, 600 km sydväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. San José ligger 39 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 1 772.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,772 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.6966°, -78.2448° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 187.2 inches (4,755 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San José
San José is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 1,772. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 187.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 64 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 897.3 sq mi (2,324.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.6966°N, 78.2448°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | 116 km |
| 1906 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 150 km |
| 1958 | COLOMBIA-ECUADOR | Earthquake | — | 115 | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cumbal (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 93 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 104 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 111 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 137 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 155 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 160 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 186 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 16.7 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 15.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 15.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 19.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 24.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 19.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 13.7 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 11.4 in | Driest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 12.4 in |
San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 78°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 187.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (24.3") and November the driest (11.4").
Schools in San José
21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Los Brazos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San José del TELEMBÍ | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cacagual | — | — | — | — |
| ESCUELA EL DIVINO NIÑO DE NEGRITOS | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Guacuco Mialo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Pedrero | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Tasdan | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cualiman | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Loma Linda | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Indun | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rural Palacio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Piscuande | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Inguambi Represa | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cent Edu Rural Chapira | — | — | — | — |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO SAN MIGUEL DE ÑAMBI | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo de Albi | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Inguambi Alto | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo La Vuelta de Inguambi | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rural Inguambi Machare | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Palsapii | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near San José
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Florida Airport | TCO | Medium Airport |
| Bocas De Satinga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Guinulero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maguí Payán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palpailón | — | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | ISD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San José
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San José Obrero |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San José?
San José has a population of 1,772 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 897.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San José?
San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 64 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 187.2 inches.