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Contratación, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Contratación is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 3,505. Elevation: 5,397 ft (1,645 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Contratación
Contratación is a town and municipality in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,505 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,397 ft (1,645 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2901°, -73.4735° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.7 inches (2,150 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Contratación
Contratación is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 3,505. The city sits at an elevation of 5,397 feet (1,645 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.2°F |
| 28% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 182 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,397 ft (1,645 m) |
| Area | 52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2901°N, 73.4735°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 9.8 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 11.6 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 8.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 12.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 8.3 in | |
| December | 69°F (20°C) | 4.7 in |
Contratación has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 68°F in October to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 84.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.0") and January the driest (2.5").
Schools in Contratación
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela El Guayabal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa Barbara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Curito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Aguadita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Guayabal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Técnica Industrial San Juan Bosco | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Técnico para el Desarrollo | - | - | - | - |
| Sede B del ITIS | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Laura Vicuña | - | - | - | - |
| Sede C del ITIS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbana Pablo Giva | - | - | - | - |
| Sede D del ITIS | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urbana Jhon F. Kennedy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Contratación
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 Contratación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Algodón |
Libraries in Contratación
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 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 Contratación
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Paz | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Contratación
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Contratación
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Contratación
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Contratación
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega JJG | ||||
| Guaraperia |
Airports Near Contratación
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| 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 |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Contratación
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Cementerio |
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What is the population of Contratación?
Contratación has a population of 3,505 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 52.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Contratación?
Contratación enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.7 inches.