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Cáchira, Colombia
Norte de Santander Department · Colombia
Cáchira is a small town in Norte de Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 2,097. Elevation: 6,585 ft (2,007 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cáchira
Cáchira is a Colombian municipality located in the department of Norte de Santander. The urban centre is situated at an altitude of 2,025 metres (6,644 ft) in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,097 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,585 ft (2,007 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.7410°, -73.0483° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Norte de Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.1 inches (1,298 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cáchira
Cáchira is a small town in Colombia (Norte de Santander Department) with a population of 2,097. The city sits at an elevation of 6,585 feet (2,007 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 243 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,585 ft (2,007 m) |
| Area | 190.8 sq mi (494.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.7410°N, 73.0483°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 | - | - | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in |
Cáchira has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 57°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Cáchira
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Villanueva | - | - | - | - |
| COLEGIO INTEGD NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL ROSARIO | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Agricola | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Integ Domingo Savio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Loma Verde | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Barandillas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Canoas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Silencio | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Estocolmo | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Galvanez | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Los Mangos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Perpetuo Socorro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Ramirez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa María | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Sabanitas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Las Vegas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Las Mesetas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Caramba | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Manzano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Cuatro Esquinas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Paramito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Páramo de Los Ranchos | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Carbon | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo La Carrilla | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Santo Domingo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Agric La Carrera | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Cáchira
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado |
Banks in Cáchira
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cáchira
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cáchira
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cáchira
29 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 |
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Base Principal Celta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Calima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cinera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Bosque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Marne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraíso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tornillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fabal-Coal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gamarra Airport | GRA | Small Airport |
| Germania Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacaritama Airport | HAY | Small Airport |
| Hipilandia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Irho Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cacica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cascajera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Nena Cayta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airport | SNT | Small Airport |
| Los Gemelos Dorados Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Malabares Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Monjes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mata De Plátano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabaneta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Lucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Oliva Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Cáchira?
Cáchira has a population of 2,097 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 190.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cáchira?
Cáchira enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.1 inches.