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Güicán, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Güicán is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 2,101. Elevation: 9,252 ft (2,820 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Güicán
Güicán de la Sierra, also known as Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria de Güicán, is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá. It is close to the national natural park El Cocuy National Park. As of the year 2020, it has a total population of 6,426.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,101 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,252 ft (2,820 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4655°, -72.4154° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.8 inches (1,062 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Güicán
Güicán is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 2,101. The city sits at an elevation of 9,252 feet (2,820 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,252 ft (2,820 m) |
| Area | 47.3 sq mi (122.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4655°N, 72.4154°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 1.2 in |
Güicán has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 46°F in July to 48°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.8 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Güicán
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural La Candelaria | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bellavista | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Laguna G. | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Higuerón | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Normal Superior de Güicán | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Güicán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo vivo de la Ruta de Sal |
Libraries in Güicán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIBLIOTECA ARGEMIRO BORRERO | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Claudia Cristina López Montañez | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Güicán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Ganadera | |||||
| Plaza de mercado |
Hotels in Güicán
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Güicán
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Güicán
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Güicán
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Güicán
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Güicán
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Güicán
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Güicán
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Güicán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Güicán
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Gustavo Vargas Airport | TME | Medium Airport |
| Paz de Ariporo Airport | PZA | Medium Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Corozal Airport | HTZ | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Los Colonizadores Airport | RVE | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pore Airport | PRE | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tablón De Tamara Airport | TTM | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Güicán
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Divino Niño | |
| Iglesia Morenita de Güicán | |
| La Capilla San Antonio de La Cueva | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Güicán
What is the population of Güicán?
Güicán has a population of 2,101 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 47.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Güicán?
Güicán has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches.