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Caldas, Colombia

Boyacá · Colombia

Caldas is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 475. Elevation: 8,763 ft (2,671 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

475 Population 11/sq mi density
8,763 ft Elevation 2,671 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
61.7 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Caldas

Caldas

Simijaca är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Cundinamarca, i den centrala delen av landet, 100 km norr om huvudstaden Bogotá. Simijaca ligger 2 563 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 4 767.

People

Population475
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain61.7 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation8,763 ft (2,671 m)
Population475
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation8,763 ft (2,671 m)
Coordinates5.5546°, -73.8657°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation61.7 inches (1,566 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Caldas

Caldas is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 475. The city sits at an elevation of 8,763 feet (2,671 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Caldas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,763 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above Colombia avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,763 ft (2,671 m)
Area44.8 sq mi (115.9 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates5.5546°N, 73.8657°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.7"
62% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 8.15"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

217 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 10, 2025.

Jan 19, 1995 16 km ESE of Páez, Colombia M6.5 119 km
Jun 8, 2025 15 km NE of Paratebueno, Colombia M6.3 145 km
Aug 17, 2023 10 km E of El Calvario, Colombia M6.1 137 km
May 24, 2008 6 km WSW of El Calvario, Colombia M5.9 137 km
Jan 2, 1992 2 km NW of Chiquinquirá, Colombia M5.8 10 km
Jan 22, 1995 9 km E of Páez, Colombia M5.7 112 km
Aug 17, 2023 3 km E of Restrepo, Colombia M5.6 149 km
Jan 21, 1995 13 km NNE of Sabanalarga, Colombia M5.3 117 km
May 20, 1995 7 km WNW of San Miguel de Sema, Colombia M5.3 9 km
Jan 20, 1995 6 km SW of Chámeza, Colombia M5.2 113 km
Jun 25, 1991 5 km NW of Chámeza, Colombia M5.2 111 km
Apr 26, 2002 12 km WSW of El Carmen de Chucurí, Colombia M5.2 124 km
Mar 8, 1998 15 km WSW of Landázuri, Colombia M5.1 67 km
Mar 6, 1998 7 km W of Landázuri, Colombia M5.0 73 km
Aug 18, 2023 10 km N of Cumaral, Colombia M5.0 139 km
Aug 17, 2023 11 km NW of Villavicencio, Colombia M4.9 149 km
Jun 4, 1995 4 km NW of Guayabal de Síquima, Colombia M4.9 100 km
May 1, 2009 24 km SSE of Puerto Berrío, Colombia M4.9 96 km
Jun 8, 2025 8 km SSE of Medina, Colombia M4.9 138 km
Jan 19, 1995 4 km SE of Campohermoso, Colombia M4.9 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (166 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Bravo, Cerro Stratovolcano 3,985 m (13,074 ft) 1720 166 km
Ruiz, Nevado del Stratovolcano 5,279 m (17,320 ft) 2020 178 km
Santa Isabel Shield 4,944 m (16,220 ft) -850 185 km
Tolima, Nevado del Stratovolcano 5,215 m (17,110 ft) 1943 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in Driest
February 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.2 in Warmest
April 61°F (16°C) 7.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 6.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 5.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
August 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
September 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in
October 60°F (15°C) 8.2 in Wettest
November 60°F (15°C) 6.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in Coldest

Caldas has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 59°F in December to 61°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Caldas

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela de Cubo - - - -
Escuela de Tierranegra - - - -
Colegio "Francisco José de Caldas" - - - -
Escuela de Espalda - - - -
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Radio Stations near Caldas

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W Radio - AAC+ 32 kbps
Olímpica Stereo - Barranquilla - AAC+ 64 kbps
Olímpica Stereo(Bogotá) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Voz de la capilla - MP3 48 kbps
Blu Radio - Musica 2000s, 80s MP3 96 kbps
La Jefa 1300 AM entretenimiento, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Caldas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Palacio de la Cultura

Libraries in Caldas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca municipal de Coper0.0
Biblioteca Pùblica0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Jairo Elberto González Castillo"0.0
Casa de la Cultura0.0
Comfaboy0.0

Farmers Markets in Caldas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Centro de Acopio y Mercadeo
Nueva Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Ferias Ganaderas
Plaza de La Papa La Carupana
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado Campesino

Gas Stations in Caldas

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CO #1232285766

Breweries in Caldas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
D

Stadiums & Teams in Caldas

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Caldas

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tunja Airport-Medium Airport
Barbosa Airport-Small Airport
Furatena Airport-Small Airport
Guaymaral Airport-Small Airport
La Esperanza Airport-Small Airport
La Libélula Airport-Small Airport
Muzo Airport-Small Airport
Puerto Nare AirportNARSmall Airport
Puerto Perales Airport-Small Airport
Velásquez AirportPYASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Caldas

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parroquia Nuestra Señora de las Mercedes
Santuario

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
2,563 m (8,409 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Caldas

What is the population of Caldas?

Caldas has a population of 475 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Caldas?

Caldas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches.

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