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Tarqui, Colombia
Huila Department · Colombia
Tarqui is a small city in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 16,108. Elevation: 2,713 ft (827 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tarqui
Tarqui is a town and municipality in the Huila Department, Colombia.
Tarqui was also used in the Inca civilization.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,108 |
| Population Density | 101 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,713 ft (827 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.1125°, -75.8242° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Huila Department |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.2 inches (1,454 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarqui
Tarqui is a small city in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 16,108. The city sits at an elevation of 2,713 feet (827 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Tarqui
Tarqui has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Oct (20.3°C), the coldest is Jul (18.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1404 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.0°F |
| 33% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,713 ft (827 m) |
| Area | 159.6 sq mi (413.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 101/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.1125°N, 75.8242°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Purace (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 68 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in |
Tarqui has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 71°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (3.4").
Schools in Tarqui
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE Esteban Rojas Tovar | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tarqui
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM | crossover, noticias | AAC 64 kbps | |
| La Ciento 7 Digital - FM 107.8 | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio opita | - | AAC | |
| Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM La Plata, Huila | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Global Estéreo 96.8 FM La Plata, Huila | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta Stereo 88.1 FM | african music, crossover | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Libraries in Tarqui
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Jose Maria Rojas Garrido | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tarqui
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galería | |||||
| Galería | |||||
| Mercado Centerpark | |||||
| Palza de Ferias | |||||
| PLAZA DE MERCADO | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Tarqui
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tarqui
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tarqui
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tarqui
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tarqui
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Artunduaga Paredes Airport | FLA | Medium Airport |
| Pitalito Airport | PTX | Medium Airport |
| Campo Alegre Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Juncal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Limonar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Viso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Floresta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Rico Airport | PCC | Small Airport |
| San Francisco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santana Ramos Airport | SRO | Small Airport |
| Tesalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarqui
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia san Antonio de padua |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarqui
What is the population of Tarqui?
Tarqui has a population of 16,108 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 101 people per square mile, spread across 159.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarqui?
Tarqui has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.