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San Roque, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
San Roque is a small city in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 5,576. Elevation: 4,678 ft (1,426 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Roque
San Roque is a town and municipality in the Colombian department of Antioquia. Part of the subregion of Northeastern Antioquia, it is located 1,475 m above sea level. The municipality was founded by Francisco Martinez de Ospina on the 8 February 1880. The town is located between the Nare River and the Nus River. The town was created due to the presence of gold in the areas around the town. The town is located 121 km north of Medellín. The people of this town celebrate most of the traditional festivals that are celebrated in Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,576 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,678 ft (1,426 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4851°, -75.0196° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 110.8 inches (2,814 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Roque
San Roque is a small city in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 5,576. The city sits at an elevation of 4,678 feet (1,426 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 110.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 138 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,678 ft (1,426 m) |
| Area | 224.5 sq mi (581.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4851°N, 75.0196°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 158 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 180 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 4.5 in | Driest |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 10.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 12.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 9.4 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 11.9 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 10.0 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
San Roque has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in December to 70°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 110.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (4.5").
Schools in San Roque
36 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Rur La Floresta | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cristales | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Pureza | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Alejandro Gomez Diez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur Guacas | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Antonio Nariño | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Diamante | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Antonia Santos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Rural El Táchira | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Jorge | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Matias | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Mora | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Jose De Nare | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Pbro. Abraham Jaramillo | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Pbro. Abraham Jaramillo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Normal Superior | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Antonia Santos | — | — | — | — |
| Institución Educativa Rural San Matías | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Ceiba | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Nusito | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Palma | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur La Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Candelaria | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Santa Barbara | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Pablo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Peñas Azules | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur Montealegre | — | — | — | — |
| IER Vereda Guacas Abajo | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Jota | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Barcino | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Brasil | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Florida | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur Cabildo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rur El Jardin | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Guzmana Alta | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Roque
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Roque
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo cementerio san pablo |
Libraries in San Roque
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Roque
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Alto De Cisneros La Quiebra |
Hotels in San Roque
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Roque
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Roque
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near San Roque
12 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 |
| La Providencia 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 |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Roque?
San Roque has a population of 5,576 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 224.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Roque?
San Roque enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 138 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 110.8 inches.