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Gachalá, Colombia
Cundinamarca · Colombia
Gachalá is a small town in Cundinamarca, Colombia with a population of 1,661. Elevation: 5,673 ft (1,729 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gachalá
Gachalá is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Guavio Province, part of the department of Cundinamarca. The urban centre of Gachalá is situated at a distance of 148 kilometres (92 mi) from the capital Bogotá at an altitude of 1,712 metres (5,617 ft) in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes. The municipality borders the western portion of the split municipality Ubalá and the department of Boyacá in the north, the eastern part of Ubalá and Medina in the east, Fómeque, Junín and Gama in the west and Fómeque, Medina and the department of Meta in the south.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,661 |
| Population Density | 3,534 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,673 ft (1,729 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.6924°, -73.5204° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cundinamarca |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.9 inches (1,929 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gachalá
Gachalá is a small town in Colombia (Cundinamarca) with a population of 1,661. The city sits at an elevation of 5,673 feet (1,729 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.5°F |
| 12% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,673 ft (1,729 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,534/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.6924°N, 73.5204°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 9.5 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 9.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 7.1 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in |
Gachalá has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 59°F in July to 62°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 75.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.6") and January the driest (1.7").
Schools in Gachalá
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE Departamental Integrado | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santo Domingo Sabio | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela John F. Kennedy | - | - | - | - |
| IEDp Baldomero Sanin Cano | - | - | - | - |
| IEDp Rural de Prmoción Social | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Las Mercedes | - | - | - | - |
| Esc. de San Isidro | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gachalá
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voz de la capilla | - | MP3 48 kbps |
Libraries in Gachalá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Anita Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Horacio Bejarano Díaz | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gachalá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Gachalá
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gachalá
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gachalá
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gachalá
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gachalá
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Gachalá
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | Large Airport |
| Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base | API | Medium Airport |
| Vanguardia Airport | VVC | Medium Airport |
| Andalucía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barranca De Upia Airport | BAC | Small Airport |
| Canaima Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciénaga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Convento Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Edén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Vergel Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Vigía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaicarano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaymaral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Arabia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Aurora Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cabana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cabana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Colina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esmeralda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Paz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ponderosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Realidad Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Reforma Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lajitas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Brisas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Delicias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Bálticos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Gavanes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Venados Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Medina Airport | MND | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | MOY | Small Airport |
| Natalia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Neiva York Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmar De Oriente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmas Del Casana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmasola Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paratebueno Airport | EUO | Small Airport |
| Petriba(Guayabal) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Primero De Mayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto López Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quebraditas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabanalarga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Isidro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juanito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis De Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro De Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gachalá
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de San Roqur | |
| Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Gachalá
What is the population of Gachalá?
Gachalá has a population of 1,661 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 3,534 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gachalá?
Gachalá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.9 inches.