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Chima, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Chima is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 786. Elevation: 3,770 ft (1,149 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chima
Chima är en ort i Colombia. Den ligger i departementet Santander, i den centrala delen av landet, 210 km norr om huvudstaden Bogotá. Chima ligger 1 149 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 786.
People
Climate
| Population | 786 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,770 ft (1,149 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.3443°, -73.3739° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.7 inches (1,769 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chima
Chima is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 786. The city sits at an elevation of 3,770 feet (1,149 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,770 ft (1,149 m) |
| Area | 52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.3443°N, 73.3739°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in |
Chima has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 63°F in October to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.4") and January the driest (1.9").
Schools in Chima
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Guamal | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado Inmaculada Concepción | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Veredal El Plateado | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integ Inmaculada Concepción | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Plateado | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Helecha L | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Piedra | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Carure | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Opon | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Para El Desarrollo Rural | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Sabaneta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Tierra Amarilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Montegrande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Diego | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Colorada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Altamira | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chima
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerinza FM 100.6 | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 |
Museums in Chima
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura José Acevedo y Gómez | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Casa Galán | ||||
| Casa Museo Jaime Guevara y Jose Blas Acevedo y Gómez | ||||
| La Rancha | ||||
| Museo del Algodón | ||||
| Museo del Algodón y Lienzo de la Tierra |
Libraries in Chima
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Carlos Martinez Silva | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisco de Paula Santander | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura Alcira Obregon | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chima
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Campesina | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Paz | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Chima
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chima
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chima
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chima
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega JJG |
Stadiums & Teams in Chima
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chima
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yariguíes Airport | EJA | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chima
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Interrapidisimo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chima
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Cristo Evangelistica | |
| Iglesia Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Ilgesia pentecostal unida de Colombia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chima
What is the population of Chima?
Chima has a population of 786 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 52.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chima?
Chima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches.