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Bochalema, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
Bochalema is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 2,511. Elevation: 3,507 ft (1,069 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bochalema
Bochalema is a Colombian municipality and town located in the department of North Santander.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,511 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,507 ft (1,069 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.6110°, -72.6477° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.6 inches (1,337 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bochalema
Bochalema is a small town in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 2,511. The city sits at an elevation of 3,507 feet (1,069 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Bochalema
Bochalema has an average annual temperature of 27.5°C (82°F). The hottest month is Sep (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (26°C). Average annual precipitation is 720 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 240 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,507 ft (1,069 m) |
| Area | 88.7 sq mi (229.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.6110°N, 72.6477°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in |
Bochalema has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 62°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.6") and January the driest (1.5").
Schools in Bochalema
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Buenavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Jose Rozo Contreras | - | - | - | - |
| VILLA NICO | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Col Andrés Bello | - | - | - | - |
| Concentración Escuela José Rozo Contreras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Palmar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Colonia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Talco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Brasil | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Calaluna | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Gelva Sede B | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Antonio de la Torre | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Sarcutica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nuevava Terebinto | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Porvenir | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Urengue Rujas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Diamante | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Santa Elena | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Sepulturas | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Andrés Bello | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bochalema
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olimpica Stereo Bucaramanga 97.7 FM | crossover, cumbia | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Fiesta Latina 106.1 FM (VE) | latino, merengue | AAC | |
| Radio Mix Retro (VE) | 2000s, 70s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Andes 89.3 FM (VE) | entretenimiento, musica | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Salsera FM (VE) | latino, salsa | MP3 | |
| RADIO POLICIA NACIONAL 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC | |
| RADIO POLICÍA BUCARAMANGA 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC | |
| Tama Stereo (VE) | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Vibra Radio 96.9 | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| W Radio 99.7 FM (VE) | folclor, information | AAC | |
| Impacto Stereo 98.2 FM | cristiana, family | MP3 |
Museums in Bochalema
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura Chinácota | ||||
| La Casa de Toto | ||||
| Museo Casa Anzoátegui | ||||
| Museo Casa Colonial de Pamplona | ||||
| Museo Casa Natal Francisco de Paula Santander | ||||
| Museo Casa Natal Francisco de Paula Santander | ||||
| Museo de Arte Moderno Ramírez Villamizar |
Libraries in Bochalema
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Chinácota | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Luiz Eduardo Salazar Medina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de los Patios | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal de los Patios | 0.0 | |||||
| La Casona | 0.0 | |||||
| La Casona | 0.0 | |||||
| Salón del Reino de los testigos de Jehová | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bochalema
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL NOVILLITO | |||||
| MERCA FAMI | |||||
| Mercado Principal Chinácota | |||||
| Mini Merka.tino | |||||
| Supermercado "Merkandoando" | |||||
| Tienda Divino Niño | |||||
| Tienda SuperTodo |
Hotels in Bochalema
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bochalema
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bochalema
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bochalema
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Octava | ||||
| La Octava | ||||
| Pooles el Mango | ||||
| Pooles el Mango | ||||
| Punto Fijo | ||||
| Punto Fijo |
Stadiums & Teams in Bochalema
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bochalema
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aguas Claras Airport | OCV | Medium Airport |
| Camilo Daza International Airport | CUC | Medium Airport |
| Juan Vicente Gómez International Airport | SVZ | Medium Airport |
| La Fria Airport | LFR | Medium Airport |
| Mayor Buenaventura Vivas International Airport | STD | Medium Airport |
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Paramillo Airport | SCI | Medium Airport |
| Cinera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Marne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Malabares Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Grande de Táchira Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bochalema
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Vihonco |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bochalema
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Virgen de la Cueva Santa | |
| Centro Cristiano de Bochalema | |
| Convento Hermanas Clarisas | |
| Cristo REy | |
| Iglesia Sagrado Corazon | |
| Iglesia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | |
| Imagen de la Virgen de la Cueva Santa |
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What is the population of Bochalema?
Bochalema has a population of 2,511 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 88.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bochalema?
Bochalema enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches.