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Sonsón, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
Sonsón is a mid-size city in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 33,598. Elevation: 8,179 ft (2,493 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sonsón
Sonsón is a municipality in the Colombian department of Antioquia. Sonsón is located in Eastern Antioquia. It is one of the seats of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sonsón–Rionegro. Sonsón celebrates "Las Fiestas Del Maíz"- during the month of August, being the most traditional, historical and representative festival in western Colombia. The population was estimated to be 33,598 in 2020.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,598 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,179 ft (2,493 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7106°, -75.3107° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 99.8 inches (2,536 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sonsón
Sonsón is a mid-size city in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 33,598. The city sits at an elevation of 8,179 feet (2,493 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 99.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Sonsón
Sonsón has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Sep (22.1°C), the coldest is Nov (20.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1856 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.0°F |
| 9% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 155 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,179 ft (2,493 m) |
| Area | 1,111.8 sq mi (2,879.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7106°N, 75.3107°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (69 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 69 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 91 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 99 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 117 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59°F (15°C) | 5.7 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 6.2 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 9.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 11.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 9.2 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 58°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
Sonsón has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 58°F in December to 60°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 99.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (5.7").
Colleges & Universities in Sonsón
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENA | College | - | , |
| Universidad de Antioquia | University | - | , |
Schools in Sonsón
38 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Rur Rio Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Hondita | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Laureano Gomez | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Falda | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Honda | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Llanadas Abajo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Gregorio Gutierrez G | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Beato Fray Melquiades Ramirez Z | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Ventiaderos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Nori | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Guamal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Roblalito A | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Sirguita | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Cañaveral | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Integ Para Jov Y Adult Celia Ramos Toro | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Enrique Toro Calle | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Maria Henao Pavas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Braulio Mejía | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela "Coredi" de Guamal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Llanadas Sta Clara | - | - | - | - |
| Ciudadela educativa y Cultural El Lago | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Hogar San Elias | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Manzanares Centro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Chaverras | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Manzanares Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Tasajo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Los Planes | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Los Potreros | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Palmita | - | - | - | - |
| Corporación Santa Teresita | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Sirgua Abajo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Sirgua Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Salto | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Aures Sonson | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Alto De Sabanas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Rodeo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Brasil | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Boqueron | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sonsón
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amor Stereo | - | MP3 | |
| WRadio Colombia | baladas, clasicos | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Ipiales Caracol (HJJJ, 1400 kHz AM) | culture, full service | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Tropicanal 98.9 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Cerros Estéreo 107.4 Fm | baladas en español, crossover | AAC | |
| La voz de mi tierrita 94.1 FM | campesino, identidad | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Celeste Estéreo 105.4 FM | baladas en español, crossover | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tropicanal Tropical 98.9 FM | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJB29, 89.1 MHz FM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Ipiales (HJNM, 1220 kHz AM) | culture, ipiales | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Viva Fenix Pasto (HJFV, 780 kHz AM) | culture, live sports | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Rosareña stereo 93.1 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| La Voz De Amagá 105.4 FM | crossover, local radio | AAC | |
| Romántica Stereo 88.1 FM Pasto | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Armenia Stereo 89.4 FM | crossover, musica | AAC |
Museums in Sonsón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Sombrero |
Libraries in Sonsón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aula Múltiple | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Cafes in Sonsón
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sonsón
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sonsón
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sonsón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sonsón
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | EOH | Medium Airport |
| German Olano Air Base | PAL | Medium Airport |
| La Nubia Airport | MZL | Medium Airport |
| Mariquita Airport | MQU | Medium Airport |
| Airport Hacienda Nápoles | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Palestina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Nare Airport | NAR | Small Airport |
| Puerto Perales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sonsón
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de San José | |
| Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | |
| santuario diocesano nuestra señora de la valvanera |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sonsón
What is the population of Sonsón?
Sonsón has a population of 33,598 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 1,111.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sonsón?
Sonsón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 99.8 inches.