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El Cocuy, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
El Cocuy is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 2,706. Elevation: 8,681 ft (2,646 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About El Cocuy
El Cocuy is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá, part of the sub-region of the Gutiérrez Province. The national natural park El Cocuy National Park is nearby.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,706 |
| Population Density | 57 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,681 ft (2,646 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4115°, -72.4488° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.8 inches (1,062 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Cocuy
El Cocuy is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 2,706. The city sits at an elevation of 8,681 feet (2,646 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,681 ft (2,646 m) |
| Area | 47.3 sq mi (122.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 57/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4115°N, 72.4488°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 1.2 in |
El Cocuy has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 46°F in July to 48°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in El Cocuy
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio José Santos Gutierrez | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio CELCO El Cocuy | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio José Santo Gutierrez - Sección Primaria | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
Museums in El Cocuy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo vivo de la Ruta de Sal |
Libraries in El Cocuy
| 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 El Cocuy
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Ganadera | |||||
| Plaza Antigua de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado |
Hotels in El Cocuy
20 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Cocuy
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Cocuy
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in El Cocuy
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in El Cocuy
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Cocuy
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Cocuy
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Cocuy
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Cocuy
13 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 |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Corozal Airport | HTZ | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Los Colonizadores Airport | RVE | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pore Airport | PRE | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tablón De Tamara Airport | TTM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Cocuy
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Cristiana Filadelfia | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Cocuy
What is the population of El Cocuy?
El Cocuy has a population of 2,706 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 47.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Cocuy?
El Cocuy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches.