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Aguachica, Colombia
Cesar Department · Colombia
Aguachica is a mid-size city in Cesar Department, Colombia with a population of 97,525. Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Aguachica
Aguachica is a city and municipality in the southern region of the Cesar Department, Colombia, located between the inter-Andean valley of Magdalena Medio and the Motilones. It is the second most populated municipality in the department and an important livestock and commercial center in the southeast of the Colombian Caribbean.
People
Climate
| Population | 97,525 |
| Population Density | 309 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.3084°, -73.6166° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cesar Department |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 71.4 inches (1,814 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aguachica
Aguachica is a mid-size city in Colombia (Cesar Department) with a population of 97,525. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet (164 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Aguachica
Aguachica has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.3°C), the coldest is Nov (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 993 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 315.1 sq mi (816.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 309/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.3084°N, 73.6166°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1961 | NORTHEASTERN | Earthquake | - | - | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.8 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 7.5 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in |
Aguachica has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 80°F in October to 84°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 71.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.9") and January the driest (1.8").
Colleges & Universities in Aguachica
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSTITUTO TECNICO INDSUTRIAL | College | - | , |
Schools in Aguachica
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela El Faro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Francisco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Palenquillo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Campo Serrano | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Jose Maria Campo Serrano | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Aguachica
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| colvalencia radio 97.7 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| buenísima radio tv | - | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 106.2 FM | latino, music | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta 89.1 FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fiesta 102.7 FM | crossover, grupera | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Hotels in Aguachica
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Aguachica
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Aguachica
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Aguachica
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Aguachica
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aguachica
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Aguachica
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Aguachica
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Aguachica
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Las Flores Airport | ELB | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bella Cruz - San Juan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Bosque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Monasterio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tornillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Irho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Tapias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Monjes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Millan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa Del Sud Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aguachica
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Divino Amor | |
| Sal[on del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
Around Aguachica
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Aguachica
17 places within 15 km
- • Alto de los Chivos
- • Cerro La Virgen
- • Cerro Las Delicias
- • Cerro Malpaso
- • Cerro Mudurias
- + 12 more
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Aguachica
What is the population of Aguachica?
Aguachica has a population of 97,525 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 309 people per square mile, spread across 315.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aguachica?
Aguachica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.4 inches.