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Cimitarra, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Cimitarra is a mid-size city in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 50,892. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cimitarra
Cimitarra is a town and municipality in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,892 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.3142°, -73.9497° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.7 inches (2,608 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cimitarra
Cimitarra is a mid-size city in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 50,892. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Cimitarra
Cimitarra has an average annual temperature of 23.9°C (75°F). The hottest month is Feb (24.6°C), the coldest is Nov (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1705 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.8°F |
| 46% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 154 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 1,553.8 sq mi (4,024.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.3142°N, 73.9497°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 11.6 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 14.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in |
Cimitarra has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 77°F in October to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 102.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.8") and January the driest (3.5").
Colleges & Universities in Cimitarra
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENA | College | - | , |
| Unidades Técnicas de Colombia | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Cimitarra
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Dos Hermanos | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado del Carare | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado del Carare Primaria | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio La Candelaria | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integ del Carare | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Guayabito Bajo | - | - | - | - |
| ESCUELA RUR VUELTA ACUÑA | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Plaza Nueva | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Lorenzo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Km 17 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Cerrito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Vista Hermosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Filo de Chontarales | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Jota | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Fernando | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Maranatha | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Limoncito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Santa Ana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Campo 23 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Pedro de la Paz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Altos del Vinagre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Guineales | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Adventista del Carare | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Institución de Educ Rural Santa María del Camino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Vista Hermosa | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Toroba Baja | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cimitarra
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Cimitarra
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cimitarra
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado bovino | |||||
| Mercado Bovino | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Cimitarra
14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cimitarra
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cimitarra
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cimitarra
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cimitarra
6 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cimitarra
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cimitarra
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Cimitarra
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yariguíes Airport | EJA | Medium Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Berrio Airport | PBE | Small Airport |
| Puerto Nare Airport | NAR | Small Airport |
| Puerto Perales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cimitarra
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Servientrega |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cimitarra
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Dia | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe | |
| Iglesia San José |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Cimitarra
1 places within 15 km
- • Cordillera Del Triunfo
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cimitarra?
Cimitarra has a population of 50,892 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 1,553.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cimitarra?
Cimitarra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 154 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.7 inches.