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San Rafael, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
San Rafael is a small city in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 12,578. Elevation: 3,261 ft (994 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Rafael
San Rafael är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Antioquía, i den centrala delen av landet, 210 km nordväst om huvudstaden Bogotá. San Rafael ligger 994 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 7 245.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,578 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,261 ft (994 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2944°, -75.0259° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.0 inches (2,820 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Rafael
San Rafael is a small city in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 12,578. The city sits at an elevation of 3,261 feet (994 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in San Rafael
San Rafael has an average annual temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The hottest month is May (21.6°C), the coldest is Nov (20.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1770 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 135 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,261 ft (994 m) |
| Area | 193.5 sq mi (501.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2944°N, 75.0259°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (137 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 137 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 159 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 168 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 5.7 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 69°F (20°C) | 10.9 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 12.5 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 8.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 8.4 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 10.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 11.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 10.4 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
San Rafael has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 67°F in December to 69°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 111.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (5.6").
Schools in San Rafael
47 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Rur Fronteritas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Brasil | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Macanal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Mesa | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Reina 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Arenal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Guadual | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Bizcocho | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Pradera | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Florida | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur Falditas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Peñoles | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Quebradona | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Las Camelias | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Florida | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Vallejuelito | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Aguada | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Pio Xii | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Cerro | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Piedras Abajo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Inmaculada | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Urbana Narcisa Arbeláez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San Rafael | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rural El Bizcocho | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur Boqueron | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Tabor | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rural Guadualito | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Camas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rural El Oso | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Charco | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Danticas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Golgota | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Cumbre | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Honda | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Cardal | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rural Manila | — | — | — | — |
| Esc. La Inmaculada | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Piedras Arriba | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Chico | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur Los Centros | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Cent Educq Rur La Balsa | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Jague | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Silencio | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Cuervos | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Dantas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Agustin | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Estrella | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Rafael
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WRadio Colombia | baladas, clasicos | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Celeste Estéreo 105.4 FM | baladas en español, crossover | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| 123vallenato | — | AAC+ 28 kbps | |
| La Voz De Amagá 105.4 FM | crossover, local radio | AAC | |
| Ambiente stereo 88.5 FM | entretenimiento, música variada | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ambiente Stereo 88.4 FM | biblia, cristiana | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Rafael
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Histórico | ||||
| Old House-Museum Peñol |
Libraries in San Rafael
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura Sigifredo Guzmán Henao | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Rafael
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Alto De Cisneros La Quiebra | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado José María Córdova |
Restaurants in San Rafael
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Rafael
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Rafael
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Rafael
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Rafael
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | EOH | Medium Airport |
| Airport Hacienda Nápoles | — | Small Airport |
| Amalfi Airport | AFI | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Otu Airport | OTU | Small Airport |
| Puerto Berrio Airport | PBE | Small Airport |
| Puerto Nare Airport | NAR | Small Airport |
| Puerto Perales Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Remedios C Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San Rafael?
San Rafael has a population of 12,578 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 193.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Rafael?
San Rafael enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.0 inches.