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Yacuanquer, Colombia
Nariño · Colombia
Yacuanquer is a small city in Nariño, Colombia with a population of 10,579. Elevation: 8,885 ft (2,708 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yacuanquer
Yacuanquer is a town and municipality in the Nariño Department, Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,579 |
| Population Density | 208 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,885 ft (2,708 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.1158°, -77.4017° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Nariño |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.4 inches (1,356 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Yacuanquer
Yacuanquer is a small city in Colombia (Nariño) with a population of 10,579. The city sits at an elevation of 8,885 feet (2,708 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Yacuanquer
Yacuanquer has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (13.9°C), the coldest is Jul (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1219 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,885 ft (2,708 m) |
| Area | 50.8 sq mi (131.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 208/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.1158°N, 77.4017°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Galeras (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 12 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 55 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 68 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 122 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 129 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 136 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 137 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 140 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 168 km |
| Purace | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,650 m (15,256 ft) | 1977 | 174 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 186 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 191 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 195 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 4.9 in |
Yacuanquer has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 56°F in July to 58°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (2.6").
Schools in Yacuanquer
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mix Cubijan Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nal Misael Pastrana Borrero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Integ Sto Tomás de Aquino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Los Ajos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Marqueza Alta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix El Páramo | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA RURAL MIXTA NIÑO JESUS DE PRAGA | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Marqueza Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO MCPAL NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL CARMEN | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Cuatro Esquinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Cocha | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Mix Mcpal Chapacual | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Mcpal Nuestra Señora de Fatima | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta San José de Córdoba | - | - | - | - |
| Concentración de Desarrollo Rural | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Mohechiza Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Guaca | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta La Pradera | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Yacuanquer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Casa de la Ciencia | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Carnaval | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo del Oro | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Museo Taminango | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental | ||||
| Pinacoteca Departamental |
Libraries in Yacuanquer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Ángel Arango | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Carlos César Puyana | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Cocuyos | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Aranda | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yacuanquer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Ganado | |||||
| Mercado de los dos puentes | |||||
| Mercado del tejar | |||||
| Nathalia | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado - Consacá | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado 20 de Julio | |||||
| Plaza de mercado Potrerillo | |||||
| Surtimax |
Restaurants in Yacuanquer
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yacuanquer
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Yacuanquer
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha Heraldo Romero Sanchez | ||
| Estadio Departamental Libertad |
Airports Near Yacuanquer
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Antonio Nariño Airport | PSO | Medium Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Orito Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Yacuanquer
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CEHANI | ||
| Centro Ortopédico de Nariño | ||
| Clínica morásurco | ||
| Veterinaria valle de atriz |
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What is the population of Yacuanquer?
Yacuanquer has a population of 10,579 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 208 people per square mile, spread across 50.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Yacuanquer?
Yacuanquer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches.