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Santacruz, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Santacruz is a small town in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 2,469. Elevation: 5,784 ft (1,763 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Santacruz
Santacruz is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,469 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,784 ft (1,763 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.5209°, -77.2621° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.2 inches (1,681 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Santacruz
Santacruz is a small town in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 2,469. The city sits at an elevation of 5,784 feet (1,763 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Santacruz
Santacruz has an average annual temperature of 19.2°C (67°F). The hottest month is Aug (20.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 216 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,784 ft (1,763 m) |
| Area | 108.7 sq mi (281.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.5209°N, 77.2621°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 36 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 93 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 109 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 131 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 163 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 174 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 182 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 183 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 184 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 69°F (21°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 6.9 in |
Santacruz has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 68°F in November to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.3") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Santacruz
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela La Llana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Llanos de Manchabajoy | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Agrop Santa Cecilia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Palma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Vuelta Honda | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Palmira | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San Isidro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Pinos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Estancia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Santa Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA NVA EL PIÑAL | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva La Honda | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nuestra Señora del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Santacruz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Gabriel García Marquéz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Santacruz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Unión | |||||
| Surtimax |
Gas Stations in Santacruz
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Santacruz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Santacruz
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| El Guayabx Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Garzón Airport | VGZ | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Santacruz?
Santacruz has a population of 2,469 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 108.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Santacruz?
Santacruz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.2 inches.