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Teruel, Colombia

Huila Department · Colombia

Teruel is a small town in Huila Department, Colombia with a population of 3,921. Elevation: 2,871 ft (875 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,921 Population 26/sq mi density
2,871 ft Elevation 875 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
63.9 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Teruel

Teruel

Teruel is a city in Aragon, located in eastern Spain, and is also the capital of Teruel Province. It had a population of 35,900 as of 2022, making it the least populated provincial capital in Spain. It is noted for its harsh climate, with a wide daily variation on temperatures and its renowned jamón serrano, its pottery, its surrounding archaeological sites, rock outcrops containing some of the oldest dinosaur remains of the Iberian Peninsula, and its famous events: La Vaquilla del Ángel during the weekend closest to 10 July and "Bodas de Isabel de Segura" around the third weekend of February.

People

Population3,921
Density26/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain63.9 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation2,871 ft (875 m)
Population3,921
Population Density26 / sq mi
Elevation2,871 ft (875 m)
Coordinates2.7419°, -75.5674°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceHuila Department
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation63.9 inches (1,623 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Teruel

Teruel is a small town in Colombia (Huila Department) with a population of 3,921. The city sits at an elevation of 2,871 feet (875 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Teruel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,871 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average70.1°F
30% above Colombia avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,871 ft (875 m)
Area151.7 sq mi (392.9 km²)
Population Density26/sq mi
Coordinates2.7419°N, 75.5674°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.9"
68% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.11"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

150 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Sep 30, 2012 11 km WNW of San Agustín, Colombia M7.3 126 km
Sep 2, 1997 24 km SW of Roncesvalles, Colombia M6.8 125 km
Jun 6, 1994 23 km E of Toribío, Colombia M6.8 58 km
Dec 11, 1997 22 km WSW of Roncesvalles, Colombia M6.4 134 km
Sep 22, 2001 17 km NNE of La Cumbre, Colombia M5.9 133 km
Jan 26, 2019 13 km NW of Santa María, Colombia M5.6 38 km
Jan 28, 2019 12 km S of Planadas, Colombia M5.5 39 km
Feb 6, 2017 16 km ENE of Colombia, Colombia M5.5 127 km
Feb 22, 2015 7 km SSW of Caldono, Colombia M5.5 104 km
Jul 3, 2009 17 km W of Chaparral, Colombia M5.2 111 km
Mar 6, 2007 23 km SE of Paispamba, Colombia M5.2 127 km
Aug 3, 2023 Colombia M5.1 113 km
Dec 18, 2009 10 km NNE of Toribío, Colombia M5.1 81 km
Jul 29, 2010 1 km ESE of Saldaña, Colombia M5.1 146 km
Nov 4, 2017 8 km SSE of Inzá, Colombia M5.1 59 km
Aug 18, 2004 2 km ENE of Paispamba, Colombia M5.1 126 km
Nov 13, 1991 11 km SSE of Santander de Quilichao, Colombia M5.0 98 km
Jan 9, 2014 19 km S of Gaitania, Colombia M5.0 40 km
Apr 3, 2000 19 km SE of La Cumbre, Colombia M4.9 103 km
Jan 23, 2021 25 km E of Baraya, Colombia M4.9 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Purace (104 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Purace Stratovolcano(es) 4,650 m (15,256 ft) 1977 104 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.7 in
February 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in
March 71°F (21°C) 6.3 in
April 70°F (21°C) 7.3 in
May 70°F (21°C) 6.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 2.4 in Driest
August 71°F (21°C) 2.8 in
September 71°F (22°C) 4.0 in Warmest
October 70°F (21°C) 8.1 in Wettest
November 70°F (21°C) 7.9 in Coldest
December 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in

Teruel has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 70°F in November to 71°F in September. Total annual precipitation is 63.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.1") and July the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Teruel

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela San Isidro
Escuela Lejanias
Escuela Lejania
La Primavera
Escuela Pedernal
Escuela La Mina
Escuela El Pedernal
Escuela Las Herreras
Escuela Teruel
Escuela La Armenia
Escuela El Rosario
Escuela El Pedernal
Escuela Sinai
Escuela El Pedernal
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Radio Stations near Teruel

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Fiesta Stereo 95.8 FM crossover, noticias AAC 64 kbps
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
HuilaGeek Radio heavy metal, rock MP3
HJ Doble K Neiva 840AM MP3 192 kbps

Farmers Markets in Teruel

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Galería

Airports Near Teruel

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benito Salas AirportNVAMedium Airport
Berlín AirportSmall Airport
Campo Alegre AirportSmall Airport
Castilla Central AirportSmall Airport
El Juncal AirportSmall Airport
El Limonar AirportSmall Airport
El Viso AirportSmall Airport
Guacamayas AirportGCASmall Airport
Guamito AirportSmall Airport
Herrera AirportHRRSmall Airport
La Floresta AirportSmall Airport
La Jagua AirportSmall Airport
La Manga AirportSmall Airport
Planadas AirportPLASmall Airport
Polonia AirportSmall Airport
San Diego AirportSmall Airport
San Francisco AirportSmall Airport
San Luis AirportSmall Airport
Santa Bárbara AirportSmall Airport
Santana Ramos AirportSROSmall Airport
Sinai AirportSmall Airport
Tesalia AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
917 m (3,009 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Teruel

What is the population of Teruel?

Teruel has a population of 3,921 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 151.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Teruel?

Teruel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.9 inches.

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