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Algeciras, Huila
Municipality and town
Panoramic view of Algeciras
Panoramic view of Algeciras
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Location of the municipality and town of Algeciras, Huila in the Córdoba Department of Colombia.
Location of the municipality and town of Algeciras, Huila in the Córdoba Department of Colombia.
Country  Colombia
Department Huila Department
Founded February 10, 1824
Area
 • Total 567.7 km2 (219.19 sq mi)
Elevation
1,528 m (5,013.15 ft)
Population
 (2015)
 • Total 24,499
 • Density 43.15/km2 (111.77/sq mi)
Time zone UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)

Algeciras (Spanish pronunciation: [alxeˈsiɾas]) is a town and a municipality in the Huila Department of Colombia. It's a place where many people live, and it's known for its beautiful views. The town was officially founded a long time ago, in 1824. It is located in a part of Colombia that has interesting weather patterns.

About Algeciras

Algeciras is more than just a town; it's also a municipality. This means it's a local government area, similar to a county or district in other countries. The municipality covers an area of about 567.7 square kilometers (219.19 square miles).

Where is Algeciras?

Algeciras is located in the Huila Department, which is one of the many departments that make up the country of Colombia. You can see its location on a map of Colombia. The town itself is quite high up, at an elevation of about 1,528 meters (5,013 feet) above sea level. This high elevation can affect its climate.

How Many People Live Here?

As of 2015, the total population of Algeciras was around 24,499 people. This number includes everyone living in the town and the surrounding rural areas within the municipality. This makes it a medium-sized community in Colombia.

Who Leads Algeciras?

The leader of Algeciras is called the Mayor. As of the information available, the Mayor is Javier Rivera Cortes. The Mayor is responsible for helping the town run smoothly and making decisions for the community.

Climate

Algeciras has a warm climate, typical of many places in Colombia. Even though it's high up, the temperatures stay quite steady throughout the year. The average temperature is around 23.2 degrees Celsius (73.8 degrees Fahrenheit).

Rainfall and Sunshine

The town experiences a good amount of rainfall, especially in months like March, April, October, and November. This rain helps the plants and crops grow. There are also many days with sunshine, which is great for outdoor activities. The climate is generally humid, meaning there's a lot of moisture in the air.

Climate data for Algeciras, elevation 1,155 m (3,789 ft), (1981–2010)
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 29.6
(85.3)
29.9
(85.8)
29.3
(84.7)
29.0
(84.2)
29.4
(84.9)
29.7
(85.5)
29.8
(85.6)
30.6
(87.1)
30.6
(87.1)
29.9
(85.8)
28.4
(83.1)
28.6
(83.5)
29.6
(85.3)
Daily mean °C (°F) 23.2
(73.8)
23.5
(74.3)
23.4
(74.1)
23.1
(73.6)
23.2
(73.8)
23.1
(73.6)
23.0
(73.4)
23.3
(73.9)
23.4
(74.1)
23.3
(73.9)
22.9
(73.2)
23.0
(73.4)
23.2
(73.8)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 17.7
(63.9)
17.9
(64.2)
18.1
(64.6)
18.1
(64.6)
18.3
(64.9)
17.7
(63.9)
17.1
(62.8)
17.1
(62.8)
17.0
(62.6)
17.7
(63.9)
18.2
(64.8)
17.9
(64.2)
17.7
(63.9)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 82.1
(3.23)
75.5
(2.97)
119.7
(4.71)
110.4
(4.35)
106.1
(4.18)
70.6
(2.78)
54.8
(2.16)
45.7
(1.80)
54.1
(2.13)
135.8
(5.35)
148.3
(5.84)
107.8
(4.24)
1,106.4
(43.56)
Average precipitation days 13 12 17 20 21 19 17 15 15 20 18 16 201
Average relative humidity (%) 76 75 77 79 78 76 73 69 70 73 79 79 75
Mean monthly sunshine hours 155.0 112.9 111.6 108.0 117.8 105.0 117.8 124.0 117.0 117.8 117.0 139.5 1,443.4
Mean daily sunshine hours 5.0 4.0 3.6 3.6 3.8 3.5 3.8 4.0 3.9 3.8 3.9 4.5 4.0
Source: Instituto de Hidrologia Meteorologia y Estudios Ambientales

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