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Urrao, Colombia
Antioquia · Colombia
Urrao is a small city in Antioquia, Colombia with a population of 18,846. Elevation: 5,955 ft (1,815 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Urrao
Urrao is a town and municipality of Colombia, located in the subregion southwest of the department of Antioquia. Limited by the north with the municipalities of Frontino and Abriaquí, in the east with the municipalities of Abriaquí, Caicedo, Anzá, Betulia and Salgar, and in the south and west with Vigía del Fuerte and the department of Chocó. It is the second largest municipality in the department. As of 2015, the population comprised 44,648 people. Professional cyclist Rigoberto Urán was born and raised here.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,846 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,955 ft (1,815 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.3170°, -76.1342° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Antioquia |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.7 inches (2,355 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Urrao
Urrao is a small city in Colombia (Antioquia) with a population of 18,846. The city sits at an elevation of 5,955 feet (1,815 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Urrao
Urrao has an average annual temperature of 20.8°C (69°F). The hottest month is Feb (21.3°C), the coldest is Nov (20.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 3209 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 168 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,955 ft (1,815 m) |
| Area | 1,093.8 sq mi (2,832.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.3170°N, 76.1342°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (165 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 165 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 182 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 187 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 9.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 9.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 7.4 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 11.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 8.7 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 5.5 in |
Urrao has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 61°F in October to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 92.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (3.4").
Schools in Urrao
46 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Rur Orobugo Arriba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Jesus De Los Milagros | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Rur Valentina Figueroa | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Orobugo Medio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Ana | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Matanza | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Venta | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Caldasia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Luis | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Saladito | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Paso | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Jose | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Vidal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Salado | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Montañitas Del Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Sabanas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur La Magdalena | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Libertador | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural Indigenista Sangrijuela | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb 20 De Julio | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Norm Sup Sgda Familia | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Iván Cadavid | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Ceri Arenales Arquia | - | - | - | - |
| Jivan Cadavid | - | - | - | - |
| CER Elena Benitez | - | - | - | - |
| IER Valentina Figueroa | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Las Mercedes | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Monseñor Alfonso Uribe Jaramillourrao | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural Indigenista Playón | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Ceri Santa Maria | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Ceri Venancio | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Ceri Retiro | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Ceri Ocaido Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Ceri Maní | - | - | - | - |
| CER La Venta | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Cee Amburá | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural Pacurichichi | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural Las Brisas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural Caimito | - | - | - | - |
| Otra sigla Brazo Seco | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural Amparradó | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Volcan | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur El Salvador | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur Chaque | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rur San Juan | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Urrao
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RENCORDRADIO | música latina, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La voz de mi tierrita 94.1 FM | campesino, identidad | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Armenia Stereo 89.4 FM | crossover, musica | AAC |
Libraries in Urrao
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública San Juan Bosco | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Urrao
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Urrao
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Urrao
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Urrao
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Urrao
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Urrao
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Urrao
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jose Maria Córdova International Airport | MDE | Large Airport |
| El Caraño Airport | UIB | Medium Airport |
| Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport | EOH | Medium Airport |
| Guillermo Gaviria Correa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jurado Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murindo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Ae Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sopetran Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urrao Airport | URR | Small Airport |
| Vigía Del Fuerte Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Urrao
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de las hermanas concepcionistas | |
| Indio | |
| Parroquia San José |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Urrao
What is the population of Urrao?
Urrao has a population of 18,846 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 1,093.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Urrao?
Urrao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 168 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.7 inches.