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Bucarasica, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
Bucarasica is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 783. Elevation: 3,829 ft (1,167 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bucarasica
Bucarasica is a Colombian municipality and town located in the department of North Santander.
People
Climate
| Population | 783 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,829 ft (1,167 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0410°, -72.8654° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.1 inches (1,578 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bucarasica
Bucarasica is a small town in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 783. The city sits at an elevation of 3,829 feet (1,167 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,829 ft (1,167 m) |
| Area | 649.7 sq mi (1,682.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0410°N, 72.8654°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 | - | - | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (19°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in |
Bucarasica has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (2.2").
Schools in Bucarasica
39 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural El Vesubio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Balcones | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Las Fortunas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Salina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa Rita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Alto | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Azulita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Las Cuadras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Cote Lamus | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Abejales | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Violetas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Primavera | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO RUR NUESTRA SEÑORA DE FATIMA | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Gral Departamental Integ Rafael Celedon | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Rafael Celedon | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Integ Bucarasica | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbana | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado Rafael Celedon | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Rural La Trinidad | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bucarasica | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Balcones | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Silicio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Isidro | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Fatima | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Campo Rico | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Gamuza | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Paraiso | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Abejales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Pamplona | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mundo Nuevo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Tesoro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Filo Seco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Planadas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Mosquito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Filo Real | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bucarasica
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vibra Radio 96.9 | - | MP3 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Bucarasica
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado |
Restaurants in Bucarasica
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bucarasica
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bucarasica
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bucarasica
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bucarasica
26 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 |
| Paramillo Airport | SCI | Medium Airport |
| Ayacucho Airport | AYC | Small Airport |
| Campo de Palma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Casigua El Cubo Airport | CUV | Small Airport |
| Cinera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Bosque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Guayabo del Zulia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Marne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Irho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airport | SNT | Small Airport |
| Los Malabares Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mata De Plátano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Petrolea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tibú Airport | TIB | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bucarasica
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora del Carmen |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bucarasica?
Bucarasica has a population of 783 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 649.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bucarasica?
Bucarasica enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches.