All Countries
Gámbita, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Gámbita is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 742. Elevation: 6,204 ft (1,891 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Gámbita, Colombia
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Gámbita
Gámbita is a municipality in the department of Santander, Colombia, is part of the Comunera province. The municipality has a land area of 606.1 km2 and is formed by the corresponding municipal seat to the urban area, 20 villages and district of La Palma.
People
Climate
| Population | 742 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,204 ft (1,891 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.9460°, -73.3444° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,702 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gámbita
Gámbita is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 742. The city sits at an elevation of 6,204 feet (1,891 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,204 ft (1,891 m) |
| Area | 95.9 sq mi (248.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.9460°N, 73.3444°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 9.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in |
Gámbita has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 61°F in August to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (1.9").
Schools in Gámbita
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Moscachoque | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Huertas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Flores | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Juanegro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Calvario | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Tablon | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Corontunjo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Luis A Calvo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Primario Luis A Calvo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado Luis A Calvo | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gámbita
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Cerinza FM 100.6 | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Jefa 1300 AM | entretenimiento, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Santa Barbara Stereo 106.6 FM | entretenimiento, local radio | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 |
Museums in Gámbita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Algodón |
Libraries in Gámbita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCALDIA MUNICIPAL | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Encino | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Marcolino Tamayo Medina | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Tiberio Vanega Pinzón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San josé de Pare | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal de Paipa Luis Lopez Guevara | 0.0 | |||||
| Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Vive Digital | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gámbita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Picasso | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Paz | |||||
| Plaza Municipal de Mercado |
Hotels in Gámbita
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gámbita
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gámbita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guaraperia |
Stadiums & Teams in Gámbita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Gámbita
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciénaga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gámbita
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Ntra Señora de Fátima | |
| Parroquia Santa Bárbara |
Explore Near Gámbita
Quick Facts
🇨🇴 About Colombia
Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Gámbita.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Gámbita
What is the population of Gámbita?
Gámbita has a population of 742 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 95.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gámbita?
Gámbita enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.