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Bolívar, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Bolívar is a small city in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 9,567. Elevation: 6,982 ft (2,128 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bolívar
Simón José Antonio de la Santísima Trinidad Bolívar Palacios Ponte y Blanco was a Venezuelan military officer and statesman who led what are currently the countries of Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Venezuela to independence from the Spanish Empire. He is known colloquially as El Libertador, or the Liberator of America.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,567 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,982 ft (2,128 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9893°, -73.7706° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.5 inches (2,247 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bolívar
Bolívar is a small city in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 9,567. The city sits at an elevation of 6,982 feet (2,128 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 176 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,982 ft (2,128 m) |
| Area | 1,137.2 sq mi (2,945.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9893°N, 73.7706°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (196 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 10.9 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 11.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 9.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 11.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in |
Bolívar has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 63°F in October to 64°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 88.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (2.4").
Schools in Bolívar
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Bajo Centro Gavilanes | — | — | — | — |
| Concentración Desarrollo Rural Bolívar | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Integrado Simón Bolívar | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Integrado Simón Bolívar Sede A Primaria | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Agropecuario San Antonio de Padua Sede | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo Los Guayabos Sede K El Uvito | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Integd Simon Bolívar | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural La Sonora | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Plan de Rojas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Alto Nogales | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Medio Cent Mojon | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Horta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Casiquito | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Pedregal | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede El Uvito | — | — | — | — |
| Institución de Educ Rural Santa María del Camino | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Parario | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bolívar
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Bolívar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Historia Natural | ||||
| Museo Real de Vélez |
Libraries in Bolívar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCALDIA MUNICIPAL | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca CUV | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Alvaro Chacón de Luna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alejandria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San josé de Pare | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca SENA | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bolívar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Casa de Mercado Mi Cosecha | |||||
| Mercado bovino | |||||
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| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Barbosa | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Paz | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Municipal de Mercado |
Hotels in Bolívar
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bolívar
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bolívar
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bolívar
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bolívar
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bolívar
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bolívar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bolívar
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto Berrio Airport | PBE | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bolívar
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Carmen |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Bolívar
What is the population of Bolívar?
Bolívar has a population of 9,567 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,137.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bolívar?
Bolívar enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.5 inches.