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Chiscas, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Chiscas is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 1,356. Elevation: 7,887 ft (2,404 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chiscas
Chiscas is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá, part of the subregion of the Gutiérrez Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,356 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,887 ft (2,404 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5564°, -72.5038° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.2 inches (1,223 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chiscas
Chiscas is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 1,356. The city sits at an elevation of 7,887 feet (2,404 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.4°F |
| 3% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,887 ft (2,404 m) |
| Area | 25.3 sq mi (65.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5564°N, 72.5038°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 6.3 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in |
Chiscas has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 55°F in July to 56°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Chiscas
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.E. Las Mercedes - Sede Principal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Jaime Ruiz Carrillo | - | - | - | - |
| JAIME RUIZ CARRILLO APOSENTOS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Los Ruices | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Chiscas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUSEO GERSON CORZO | ||||
| Museo vivo de la Ruta de Sal |
Libraries in Chiscas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIBLIOTECA ARGEMIRO BORRERO | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Eduardo Caballero Calderón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Eduardo CaballeroCalderón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Claudia Cristina López Montañez | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chiscas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Ganadera | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Stadiums & Teams in Chiscas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chiscas
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Vargas Airport | TME | Medium Airport |
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Paz de Ariporo Airport | PZA | Medium Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Corozal Airport | HTZ | Small Airport |
| Los Colonizadores Airport | RVE | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chiscas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Antonio de Padua de Chiscas |
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What is the population of Chiscas?
Chiscas has a population of 1,356 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 25.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chiscas?
Chiscas has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.