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Tarso, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
Tarso is a small town in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 2,700. Elevation: 4,367 ft (1,331 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tarso
Tarso is a town and municipality in Antioquia Department, Colombia. Located at an elevation of 1,235 m (4,052 ft) above sea level, it lies in the subregion of Southwestern Antioquia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,700 |
| Population Density | 47 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,367 ft (1,331 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8647°, -75.8219° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.9 inches (2,386 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tarso
Tarso is a small town in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 2,700. The city sits at an elevation of 4,367 feet (1,331 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,367 ft (1,331 m) |
| Area | 57.2 sq mi (148.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 47/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8647°N, 75.8219°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 104 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 121 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 127 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 9.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 11.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 9.7 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 11.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 9.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in |
Tarso has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 72°F in October to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 94.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (3.4").
Schools in Tarso
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Rur Peñalisa | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Fortunato | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Mulatico | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Chaguany | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Arboleda | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Patio Bonito | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Morron | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Cascabel | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Jesus Anibal Gomez | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Linda | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Teodosio Correa | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Jose Prieto Arango | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mons Alvaro Obdulio Naranjo O | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa José Prieto sede primaria | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Tarso
21 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Ochentera Medellin Colombia | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La X Medellín 103.9 FM | dance, electro | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radioacktiva (Medellín) - 102.3 FM - PRISA Radio - Medellín, Colombia | 102.3 fm, classic rock | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Dosis Electrónica Radio | dance, electronic | MP3 | |
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 123vallenato | - | AAC+ 28 kbps | |
| Radio Tiempo Medellín | clásica romántica | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Bolivariana AM 1110 kHz | bolero, clasica | MP3 48 kbps | |
| 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 | |
| Brisa FM 93.1 | baladas en español, crossover | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Armenia Stereo 89.4 FM | crossover, musica | AAC | |
| radio ipuc | cristiana, pentecostal | MP3 320 kbps | |
| MaximusRockFM | alternative rock, metal | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Veracruz stereo | 2000s, 70s | AAC 256 kbps | |
| La Voz De Amagá 105.4 FM | crossover, local radio | AAC | |
| Radio Tiempo | romantic pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Telemedellín Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| JuanKiss Radio | classic rock, metal ballads | AAC+ 144 kbps | |
| Romántica Radio Digital | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tarso
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAJA Museum Anthropologia y Arte | ||||
| MAJA Museum Casa de la Musica | ||||
| MAJA Museum Casa Jose Tomas Urobe Abad | ||||
| Museo de Arte Religioso |
Libraries in Tarso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Comfama Caldas | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Escuela Normal Superior | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca María Elena Duque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Ciudad Bolívar | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Jesús Antonio Duque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisco José de Caldas | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tarso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Tarso
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tarso
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tarso
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tarso
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tarso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tarso
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | EOH | Medium Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Ae Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sopetran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urrao Airport | URR | Small Airport |
| Vegas Del Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarso
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia San Pablo de Tarso | |
| Salón del Reino de Los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarso
What is the population of Tarso?
Tarso has a population of 2,700 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 57.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tarso?
Tarso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.9 inches.