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Moniquirá, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Moniquirá is a small city in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 20,848. Elevation: 5,482 ft (1,671 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Moniquirá
Moniquirá is a town and municipality in Boyacá Department, Colombia, part of the subregion of the Ricaurte Province. It is known for its "bocadillos" and "panelitas de leche". Moniquirá borders San José de Pare in the north, Togüí and Arcabuco in the east, Gachantivá and Santa Sofia in the south and in the west with the department of Santander.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,848 |
| Population Density | 217 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,482 ft (1,671 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8764°, -73.5728° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 88.8 inches (2,256 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Moniquirá
Moniquirá is a small city in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 20,848. The city sits at an elevation of 5,482 feet (1,671 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 88.8 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Moniquirá
Moniquirá has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.7°C), the coldest is Nov (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1658 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 175 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,482 ft (1,671 m) |
| Area | 95.9 sq mi (248.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 217/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8764°N, 73.5728°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 11.2 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 65°F (19°C) | 7.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 12.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in |
Moniquirá has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 65°F in October to 67°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 88.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.9") and January the driest (2.7").
Colleges & Universities in Moniquirá
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio aurelio Maryinez Mutis Sede | College | - | , |
| Escuela de Carabineros Provincia de Vélez Mayor General Manuel José López Gómez | College | - | Visit → |
| Escuela Normal Superior Antonina Santos | College | - | , |
| SENA | College | - | Visit → |
| SENA | College | - | , |
| Unidades Tecnológicas de Santander | University | - | Visit → |
| Universidad Industrial de Santander - UIS | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Moniquirá
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institucion Educativa Tecnica Antonio Nariño (Sede Ricaurte) | - | - | - | - |
| Tierra de Castro | - | - | - | - |
| I.e.t. La Laja Sede Ajizal | - | - | - | - |
| San Miguel Arcangel | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Antonio Nariño sede Central | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Carlos Guerrero | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Alto Guamiito | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Hernando Gelvez Suarez - Sede Principal | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. SERAFIN LUENGAS CHACON - SEDE SAN VICENTE | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. El jordan Sede Pereira | - | - | - | - |
| Institucion Educativa Antonio Nariño sede Anexa | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. TECNICA ANTONIO NARIÑO - SEDE PRINCIPAL | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Moniquirá
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 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 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 |
Museums in Moniquirá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa museo Antonio Narino | ||||
| Casa Museo de Antonio Ricaurte | ||||
| Museo del Carmen | ||||
| Museo El Fósil | ||||
| Museo Luis Acuña | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico | ||||
| Museo Prehistorico | ||||
| Museo Real de Vélez | ||||
| Primavera mill | ||||
| Real Fabrica de Licores | ||||
| Sol Muisca |
Libraries in Moniquirá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCALDIA MUNICIPAL | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca CUV | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Alvaro Chacón de Luna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alejandria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Tiberio Vanega Pinzón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San josé de Pare | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca SENA | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Moniquirá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Casa de Mercado Mi Cosecha | |||||
| Mercado bovino | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de Ferias | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Barbosa | |||||
| Plaza del mercado (el sábado) | |||||
| Plaza Municipal de Mercado |
Hotels in Moniquirá
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Moniquirá
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Moniquirá
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Moniquirá
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Moniquirá
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Moniquirá
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Moniquirá
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Moniquirá
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Moniquirá
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Moniquirá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBC | ||||
| Guaraperia |
Stadiums & Teams in Moniquirá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Moniquirá
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciénaga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Moniquirá
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Interrapidisimo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Moniquirá
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Alto de la Virgen | |
| Nuestra Señora del Rosario |
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What is the population of Moniquirá?
Moniquirá has a population of 20,848 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 217 people per square mile, spread across 95.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Moniquirá?
Moniquirá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 175 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 88.8 inches.