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Aratoca, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Aratoca is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 2,101. Elevation: 5,791 ft (1,765 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Aratoca
Aratoca is a town and municipality in the Santander Department in northcentral Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,101 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,791 ft (1,765 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6943°, -73.0187° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.6 inches (1,692 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aratoca
Aratoca is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 2,101. The city sits at an elevation of 5,791 feet (1,765 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,791 ft (1,765 m) |
| Area | 121.8 sq mi (315.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6943°N, 73.0187°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 7.7 in | |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 6.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 3.2 in |
Aratoca has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 70°F in October to 72°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 66.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (2.0").
Schools in Aratoca
32 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Cantabara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Nuevo Milenio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Manchego | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Laja Campamento | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Laja San Ignacio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Palmar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Barina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Palma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Totumos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Antonio Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Cantabara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Curo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa Lucia | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa San Luis | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Luis | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Guasimo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Antonio Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Totumos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Clavellinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Laja Campamento | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Laja San Ignacio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Barinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Palmar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Toma de San Carlos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Sebastián | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Nuevo Milenio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Palma | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Piedra Gorda | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Colmenitas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Irapire | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Aratoca
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olimpica Stereo Bucaramanga 97.7 FM | crossover, cumbia | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Barrancabermeja Virtual | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 | |
| RADIO POLICIA NACIONAL 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC | |
| RADIO POLICÍA BUCARAMANGA 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC |
Museums in Aratoca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Museo de la Cerámica | ||||
| Museo de la Coca-Cola | ||||
| Museo Guane | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico y Arqueológico |
Libraries in Aratoca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alejandro Galvis Galvis | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioparque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Guaca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca publica Antonio Cacua Prada | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Carlos Martinez Silva | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Aratoca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Plaza | |||||
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado de Curití | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Aratoca
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Aratoca
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Aratoca
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aratoca
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Aratoca
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Aratoca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega JJG |
Stadiums & Teams in Aratoca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Aratoca
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Marne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cascajera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airport | SNT | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Aratoca
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Efecty | |
| Interrapidisimo | |
| Servientrega Efecty |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aratoca
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra señora de la Nieves |
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What is the population of Aratoca?
Aratoca has a population of 2,101 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 121.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aratoca?
Aratoca has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.6 inches.