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Sotomayor, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Sotomayor is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 8,703. Elevation: 5,105 ft (1,556 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sotomayor
Sotomayor is a Galician surname. Notable people with the surname include:
People
Climate
| Population | 8,703 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,105 ft (1,556 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.4947°, -77.5214° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.2 inches (1,555 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sotomayor
Sotomayor is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 8,703. The city sits at an elevation of 5,105 feet (1,556 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Sotomayor
Sotomayor 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 | 62.6°F |
| 16% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 225 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,105 ft (1,556 m) |
| Area | 687.4 sq mi (1,780.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.4947°N, 77.5214°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (35 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 35 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 72 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 89 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 142 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 155 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 156 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 162 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 171 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 175 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 193 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 8.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in |
Sotomayor has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 62°F in November to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.6") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Sotomayor
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Nueva Santa Lucia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Guadual | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix Fatima | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Carrizal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Huilque | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Agrop La Planada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Palacio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Los Parapetos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Tablon | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Cocha | - | - | - | - |
| OTRA-SIGLA BLQ TOMAS DE AQUINO | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa San Juan Bautista Sede María Goretti | - | - | - | - |
| I. E. San Juan Bautista | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Sotomayor
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Pública Senderos del Saber | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sotomayor
| 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 | |||||
| Surtimax |
Clinics in Sotomayor
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sotomayor
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sotomayor
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sotomayor
6 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 |
| Maguí Payán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Payán Airport | PYN | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sotomayor
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Juan Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Sotomayor?
Sotomayor has a population of 8,703 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 687.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sotomayor?
Sotomayor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.2 inches.