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Tierralta, Colombia
Córdoba · Colombia
Tierralta is a small city in Córdoba, Colombia with a population of 26,242. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tierralta
Tierralta is a town and municipality located in the Córdoba Department, northern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,242 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.1736°, -76.0592° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Córdoba |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.9 inches (1,852 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tierralta
Tierralta is a small city in Colombia (Córdoba) with a population of 26,242. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Tierralta
Tierralta has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.9°C), the coldest is Nov (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2286 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 2,263.6 sq mi (5,862.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.1736°N, 76.0592°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.5 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in |
Tierralta has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 81°F in November to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 72.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.7") and February the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in Tierralta
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Area Administrativa | College | - | , |
| Aulas Escolares | College | - | , |
| Cancha Mixta Madre Laura | College | - | , |
| Centro de Desarrollo Infantil | College | - | , |
| Colegio Madre Laura | College | - | , |
| Crentro de Recursos Educativos Municipal | College | - | , |
| Institucion Educativa Madre Laura sede principal | College | - | , |
Schools in Tierralta
49 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Quebrada Honda | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva Cecilia Martelo De Las Nubes | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva El Tesoro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva Sergio Restrepo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Antillana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva 14 De Marzo Camellon Carrizola | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva La Alcancia | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Palmira | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa 1 De Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Dozatuma | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Toro Campo Alegre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Arapios | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Nvos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Union El Banquito | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Jaineama | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc Adv De Tierra Alta | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa San Carlos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix El Recreo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo San Jose | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa 19 De Marzo | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa La Inmaculada | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc El Paraiso | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Benicio Agudelo (INEBA) | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Las Delicias Sede La Paz | - | - | - | - |
| La Inmaculada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Nuevo Lorenzo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Jose María Cordoba | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Tierralta | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Bautista Manuela | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Pedagogico Oswaldo Maussa | - | - | - | - |
| Gimnasio Beth Shalom | - | - | - | - |
| Corporacion Inst Del Norte | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent De Formacion De Adultos Abc | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Lic Fe Y Alegria Santiago Canabal | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Junin | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Manzanares | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cent Doc El Pital | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Fe y Alegría | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Quebrada Honda 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Campamento | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Los Pollos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Campamento | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Guajirita | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educ El Rosario | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educ Las Delicias | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva El Saltillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva Estrella | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nva Bocas De Crucito | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Tierralta
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Tierralta
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tierralta
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tierralta
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tierralta
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tierralta
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tierralta
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tierralta
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tierralta
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tierralta
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Roldán Betancur Airport | APO | Medium Airport |
| Los Garzones Airport | MTR | Medium Airport |
| Arboletes Airport | ARO | Small Airport |
| Berástegui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca San Jacinto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Indira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jaime Ortiz Betancourt Airport | IGO | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Gabriela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Almendros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Mochuelos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Planes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mondo Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Montelibano Airport | MTB | Small Airport |
| Mulatos Airport | ULS | Small Airport |
| Necocli Airport | NCI | Small Airport |
| Nueva Fortuna Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Mulatos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan De Uraba Airport | SJR | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | NPU | Small Airport |
| Santa Catalina Airport | SCA | Small Airport |
| Urra Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tierralta
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| iglesia San jose de tierralta | |
| Iglesia san pedro claver | |
| Iglesia San pedro claver de Tierralta | |
| San Pedro Claver |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Tierralta?
Tierralta has a population of 26,242 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 2,263.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tierralta?
Tierralta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.9 inches.