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Macanal, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Macanal is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 734. Elevation: 5,492 ft (1,674 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
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About Macanal
Macanal is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá, part of the subregion of the Neira Province. The urban centre is located in the Tenza Valley in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes at an elevation of 1,680.3 metres (5,513 ft) but parts of the municipality reach elevations of 2,500 metres (8,200 ft). It borders Campohermoso in the east, Almeida in the west, Garagoa in the north and Santa María and Chivor in the south.
People
Climate
| Population | 734 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,492 ft (1,674 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.9721°, -73.3196° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 103.2 inches (2,622 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macanal
Macanal is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 734. The city sits at an elevation of 5,492 feet (1,674 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 103.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.0°F |
| 28% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 159 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,492 ft (1,674 m) |
| Area | 74.3 sq mi (192.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.9721°N, 73.3196°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 71°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 9.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 13.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 14.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 15.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 12.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 9.4 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 3.7 in |
Macanal has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 68°F in July to 71°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 103.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.2") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Macanal
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institucion Educativa Tecnica Jaime Campos Jacome de Macanal | - | - | - | - |
| Sede vijagual | - | - | - | - |
| Sede La Vega | - | - | - | - |
| Sede bata | - | - | - | - |
| sede Perdiguiz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela volador | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Agua Blanca Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Sede San Pedro | - | - | - | - |
| sede | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Macanal
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calidad Stereo 100.6 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Voz de la capilla | - | MP3 48 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 Macanal
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| biblioteca doctor Pedro Gustavo Huertas Ramires | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Horacio Bejarano Díaz | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| casa de la cultura "TOMAS VILLAMIL" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macanal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAZA DE MARCADO GUATEQUE | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Garagoa | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal de Tenza |
Hotels in Macanal
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Macanal
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Macanal
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Macanal
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 esquinas | ||||
| Donde toña |
Stadiums & Teams in Macanal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macanal
41 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Cusiana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Edén Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Recreo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Vigía 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 Concordia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Envidia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La María Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Paz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Ponderosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Medina Airport | MND | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | MOY | 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 |
| Providencia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sabanalarga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Juanito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro De Jagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara 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 |
| Tarqui Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tauramena Airport | TAU | Small Airport |
| Villanueva Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Yalconia Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Macanal
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Macanal |
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What is the population of Macanal?
Macanal has a population of 734 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 74.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macanal?
Macanal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 103.2 inches.