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Cachipay, Colombia
Cundinamarca · Colombia
Cachipay is a small town in Cundinamarca, Colombia with a population of 4,260. Elevation: 1,276 ft (389 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cachipay
Cachipay is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Tequendama Province, part of the department of Cundinamarca. Cachipay borders Quipile in the west, Zipacón in the east, Anolaima in the north and La Mesa in the south. The urban centre is located 53 kilometres (33 mi) east of Bogotá.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,260 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.2667°, -74.5667° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cundinamarca |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 93.3 inches (2,369 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cachipay
Cachipay is a small town in Colombia (Cundinamarca) with a population of 4,260. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet (389 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 93.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.3°F |
| 39% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 169 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Area | 232.5 sq mi (602.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.2667°N, 74.5667°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (83 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 83 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 94 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 102 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 108 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 7.9 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 10.9 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 14.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | Coldest |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 6.5 in |
Cachipay has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 74°F in November to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 93.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.0") and January the driest (4.0").
Schools in Cachipay
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Dindal | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cachipay
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Majuy Stereo | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Eco Stereo | latina, popular | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Toca Stereo 105.3 fm | - | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Cachipay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa cultural y museo Alfonso López Pumarejo | ||||
| Casa de Policarpa Salavarrieta | ||||
| Casa de Policarpa Salavarrieta | ||||
| río Magdalena |
Libraries in Cachipay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal "Japón" | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alberto Hincapié Espinosa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cachipay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in Cachipay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cachipay
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | Large Airport |
| German Olano Air Base | PAL | Medium Airport |
| Mariquita Airport | MQU | Medium Airport |
| Airport Hacienda Nápoles | - | Small Airport |
| Boluca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerritos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colombaima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Diamante Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Santuario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Triunfo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaymaral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda García Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Carmelita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Major Justino Mariño Cuesto Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pajonales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pensilvania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Perales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Cachipay?
Cachipay has a population of 4,260 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 232.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cachipay?
Cachipay has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 169 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 93.3 inches.