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Guaca, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Guaca is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 1,637. Elevation: 7,562 ft (2,305 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guaca
Guaca is a town and municipality in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,637 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,562 ft (2,305 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.8762°, -72.8559° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.9 inches (1,394 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guaca
Guaca is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 1,637. The city sits at an elevation of 7,562 feet (2,305 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.9 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,562 ft (2,305 m) |
| Area | 25.3 sq mi (65.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.8762°N, 72.8559°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 7.5 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
Guaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 60°F in December to 61°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.6") and January the driest (1.4").
Schools in Guaca
40 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Potrerogrande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Alto Cupaga | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Santa Ana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Varia | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Quebradas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Sisota | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Piedrabajo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Tabacal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Vega Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Llano Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Cruz Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva El Ortigal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Nueva Granada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Palmar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural La Rinconada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Bajo Cupaga | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Alto Tormenta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Barbara Meneses | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio el socorro ITA | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Camara | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Rural Quebradas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela posprimaria Tavacal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Potrero Grnade | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Las Nieves | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Piedra Baja | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural el Termino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Cupaga | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Nueva Granada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Varia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural el Ortigal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela rural el Palmar | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Agroindustrial de Edu Campesina | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Rionegro | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Labradas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Apure | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Alta Gracia | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Alto de Las Nieves | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Bajo Tormenta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Termino | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Salado | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Guaca
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olimpica Stereo Bucaramanga 97.7 FM | crossover, cumbia | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Barrancabermeja Virtual | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RADIO POLICIA NACIONAL 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC | |
| RADIO POLICÍA BUCARAMANGA 91.7 FM | crossover, government | AAC |
Museums in Guaca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura GUA - La Piedra del Sol | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico Guane de Floridablanca, Casa Paragüitas | ||||
| Museo de la Coca-Cola | ||||
| Museo de los Guanes | ||||
| MUSEO GERSON CORZO | ||||
| Museo Guane |
Libraries in Guaca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Guaca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Humberto Ortíz Valdéz | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca publica Antonio Cacua Prada | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Plaza | |||||
| Mercado - Villaluz | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Colmena - Lagos II | |||||
| Plaza Satélite |
Veterinaries in Guaca
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Guaca
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Guaca
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Guaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guaca
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Marne Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Porvenir Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cascajera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cruces Airport | SNT | Small Airport |
| Los Malabares Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mata De Plátano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guaca
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglecia Santuario nuestra señora del socorro |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Guaca
What is the population of Guaca?
Guaca has a population of 1,637 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 25.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guaca?
Guaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches.