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Capitanejo, Colombia

Santander Department · Colombia

Capitanejo is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 3,791. Elevation: 3,615 ft (1,102 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,791 Population 150/sq mi density
3,615 ft Elevation 1,102 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
67.2 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Capitanejo

Capitanejo

Capitanejo is a town and municipality in the Santander Department of north eastern Colombia. It is one of the towns in the province of García Rovira on the banks of the Chicamocha River. It is located 197 km from the departmental capital, Bucaramanga and 35 km from Málaga Capital of the province. and 189 km from the city of Tunja; and 136 km from Duitama "Troncal central del Norte" highway. Route 55

People

Population3,791
Density150/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain67.2 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation3,615 ft (1,102 m)
Population3,791
Population Density150 / sq mi
Elevation3,615 ft (1,102 m)
Coordinates6.5288°, -72.6960°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceSantander Department
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation67.2 inches (1,706 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Capitanejo

Capitanejo is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 3,791. The city sits at an elevation of 3,615 feet (1,102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Capitanejo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,615 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above Colombia avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,615 ft (1,102 m)
Area25.3 sq mi (65.6 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates6.5288°N, 72.6960°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.2"
77% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 9.69"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,393 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 25, 2025.

Mar 10, 2015 2 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M6.2 42 km
May 31, 1994 44 km SSE of San Cristóbal, Venezuela M6.0 123 km
Jan 17, 2000 21 km W of Fortul, Colombia M5.6 85 km
Feb 17, 2014 9 km NNE of Tame, Colombia M5.4 110 km
May 6, 2007 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 34 km
Nov 8, 1999 8 km SW of San Andrés, Colombia M5.4 33 km
Nov 9, 1994 49 km SE of San Cristóbal, Venezuela M5.4 131 km
Feb 17, 2008 5 km ESE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 35 km
Mar 10, 2023 4 km NNW of Aratoca, Colombia M5.4 43 km
May 31, 1994 37 km NNE of Cubará, Colombia M5.4 118 km
Dec 3, 1990 1 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 41 km
Apr 23, 1995 11 km NE of Aguazul, Colombia M5.3 145 km
Nov 19, 2001 8 km E of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 33 km
Jan 1, 1990 8 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 47 km
Jan 1, 1997 4 km W of San Andrés, Colombia M5.3 38 km
Feb 25, 2005 northern Colombia M5.3 43 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 34 km
Jun 25, 1991 5 km NW of Chámeza, Colombia M5.2 145 km
Feb 7, 2014 6 km E of Aratoca, Colombia M5.2 34 km
Apr 26, 2002 12 km WSW of El Carmen de Chucurí, Colombia M5.2 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in Driest
February 67°F (19°C) 2.3 in
March 67°F (20°C) 4.0 in Warmest
April 67°F (19°C) 8.7 in
May 66°F (19°C) 8.6 in
June 66°F (19°C) 6.7 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
August 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
September 66°F (19°C) 7.4 in
October 65°F (19°C) 9.7 in Coldest, Wettest
November 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.6 in

Capitanejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 65°F in October to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.7") and January the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Capitanejo

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
I.E. San Luis Beltrán - Sede Puerto Rico - - - -
Escuela Rural La Chorrera - - - -
Escuela Rural Carrizal - - - -
Escuela Rural Hoya Grande - - - -
Escuela Rural Montecillo - - - -
Centro Educativo Los Molinos - - - -
Escuela Rural Sabavita - - - -
Escuela Rural Quebrada de Vera - - - -
Coelgio Integrado Divino Niño - - - -
Escuela Quebrada de Vera - - - -
Escuela Los Molinos - - - -
Escuela Carrizal - - - -
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Radio Stations near Capitanejo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM crossover, cumbia MP3
Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm local radio, popular MP3

Museums in Capitanejo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
La Plazuela
MUSEO GERSON CORZO

Libraries in Capitanejo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BIBLIOTECA ARGEMIRO BORRERO0.0
Biblioteca Eduardo Caballero Calderón0.0
Biblioteca Eduardo CaballeroCalderón0.0
Biblioteca Municipal Claudia Cristina López Montañez0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal Elvira Flórez Soler0.0

Farmers Markets in Capitanejo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Feria Ganadera
Plaza de mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado

Hotels in Capitanejo

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Cordovez

Gas Stations in Capitanejo

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ESTACION DE SERVICIO EL RUISEÑOR
ESTACION DE SERVICIO TERPEL

Banks in Capitanejo

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco Agrario

Stadiums & Teams in Capitanejo

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Airports Near Capitanejo

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palonegro AirportBGAMedium Airport
Comuneros Airport-Small Airport
El Espino Airport-Small Airport
El Espino Airport-Small Airport
Málaga Regional Airport-Small Airport
San Gil Airport-Small Airport
San Vicente Airport-Small Airport
Zapatoca AirportAZTSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Capitanejo

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla Sagrado Corazón
Parroquia San Bartolomé Apostol

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
1,699 m (5,574 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 Capitanejo

What is the population of Capitanejo?

Capitanejo has a population of 3,791 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 150 people per square mile, spread across 25.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Capitanejo?

Capitanejo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.2 inches.

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