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Guachetá, Colombia
Cundinamarca · Colombia
Guachetá is a small town in Cundinamarca, Colombia with a population of 4,245. Elevation: 8,806 ft (2,684 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guachetá
Guachetá is a municipality and town of Colombia in the Ubaté Province of the department of Cundinamarca. Guachetá is located at 118 kilometres (73 mi) from the capital Bogotá. It borders the Boyacá municipalities of Ráquira and Samacá in the north, Ubaté and Lenguazaque in the south, Ventaquemada and Lenguazaque in the east and in the west Fúquene and Ubaté. Guachetá is located on the Altiplano Cundiboyacense at altitudes between 2,600 metres (8,500 ft) and 3,500 metres (11,500 ft).
People
Climate
| Population | 4,245 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,806 ft (2,684 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3843°, -73.6862° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cundinamarca |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.5 inches (1,130 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guachetá
Guachetá is a small town in Colombia (Cundinamarca) with a population of 4,245. The city sits at an elevation of 8,806 feet (2,684 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,806 ft (2,684 m) |
| Area | 78.5 sq mi (203.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3843°N, 73.6862°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (181 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 181 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 190 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 196 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in |
Guachetá has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 56°F in July to 58°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (1.0").
Schools in Guachetá
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEDE FIRITA PEÑA ARRIBA | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela de Tagua | - | - | - | - |
| I.E.D Nuestra Señora del Tránsito de Guachetá | - | - | - | - |
| Santa Juanita Campestre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Guachetá
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W Radio | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo - Barranquilla | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo(Bogotá) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Voz de la capilla | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Blu Radio - Musica | 2000s, 80s | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Andina Stereo 95.1 FM | crossover, musica | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| La Jefa 1300 AM | entretenimiento, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Santa Barbara Stereo 106.6 FM | entretenimiento, local radio | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Guachetá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa museo Antonio Narino | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Palacio de la Cultura | ||||
| Real Fabrica de Licores |
Libraries in Guachetá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pùblica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Jairo Elberto González Castillo" | 0.0 | |||||
| Comfaboy | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guachetá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Acopio | |||||
| Centro de Acopio y Mercadeo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Nueva Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de Ferias Ganaderas | |||||
| Plaza de La Papa La Carupana | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado de Turmeque | |||||
| Plaza del Ganado Villapinzon | |||||
| Plaza del mercado (el sábado) |
Hotels in Guachetá
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Guachetá
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Guachetá
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Guachetá
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Guachetá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBC | ||||
| D |
Stadiums & Teams in Guachetá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guachetá
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Dorado International Airport | BOG | Large Airport |
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaymaral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Major Justino Mariño Cuesto Air Base | - | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabanalarga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro De Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guachetá
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cerro De la Virgen | |
| Parroquia San Gregorio Magno |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Guachetá
What is the population of Guachetá?
Guachetá has a population of 4,245 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 78.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guachetá?
Guachetá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches.