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Guateque, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Guateque is a small city in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 7,069. Elevation: 5,909 ft (1,801 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Guateque
Guateque is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá, part of the subregion of the Eastern Boyacá Province. Guateque's urban center is located at an altitude of 1,815 metres (5,955 ft) on the Altiplano Cundiboyacense at distances of 125 kilometres (78 mi) from the department capital Tunja and 112 kilometres (70 mi) from Bogotá, capital of Colombia. It borders the municipalities of La Capilla, Tenza, Sutatenza, Somondoco of Boyacá and Tibiritá and Manta of Cundinamarca.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,069 |
| Population Density | 377 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,909 ft (1,801 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.0062°, -73.4727° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.4 inches (1,915 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guateque
Guateque is a small city in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 7,069. The city sits at an elevation of 5,909 feet (1,801 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.4 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,909 ft (1,801 m) |
| Area | 18.7 sq mi (48.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 377/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.0062°N, 73.4727°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 7.0 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 10.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 8.5 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 7.0 in | |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 4.9 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in |
Guateque has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 62°F in July to 65°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 75.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Guateque
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio | College | - | , |
Schools in Guateque
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enrique Olaya Herrera | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Tecnica Enrique Olaya Herrera Sede Chorro de Oro | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Tecnica Enrique Olaya Herrera Sede Primaria | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Técnica Valle de Tenza - Sede Alianza | - | - | - | - |
| I.E.Tecnica Enrique Olaya Herrera Sede Chorro de Oro | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. TECNICA VALLE DE TENZA - SEDE ALIANZA | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Guateque
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W Radio | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Calidad Stereo 100.6 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo - Barranquilla | - | AAC+ 64 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 |
Libraries in Guateque
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Anita Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| casa de la cultura "TOMAS VILLAMIL" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guateque
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Acopio | |||||
| Plaza | |||||
| PLAZA DE MARCADO GUATEQUE | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Garagoa | |||||
| Plaza de mercado Macheta | |||||
| Plaza de mercado Machetá | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal de Tenza | |||||
| Plaza del Ganado Villapinzon |
Hotels in Guateque
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Guateque
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Guateque
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Guateque
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Guateque
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Guateque
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Guateque
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 esquinas | ||||
| Donde toña |
Stadiums & Teams in Guateque
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guateque
36 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 |
| Barranca De Upia Airport | BAC | Small Airport |
| Ciénaga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Colegial Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Edén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Vigía Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena 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 Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Paz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ponderosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Medina Airport | MND | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | MOY | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmar De Oriente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmas Del Casana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paratebueno Airport | EUO | Small Airport |
| Petriba(Guayabal) Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Primero De Mayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabanalarga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juanito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro De Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Helena De Upia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Señorías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Soceagro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tapa Chicamocha Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tauramena Airport | TAU | Small Airport |
| Villanueva Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yalconia Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Guateque?
Guateque has a population of 7,069 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 377 people per square mile, spread across 18.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guateque?
Guateque enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches.