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Motavita, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Motavita is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 392. Elevation: 9,534 ft (2,906 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Motavita
Motavita is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá, part of the subregion of the Central Boyacá Province. It covers approximately 62 square kilometres (24 sq mi).
People
Climate
| Population | 392 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,534 ft (2,906 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.5766°, -73.3670° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.3 inches (1,075 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Motavita
Motavita is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 392. The city sits at an elevation of 9,534 feet (2,906 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,534 ft (2,906 m) |
| Area | 317.0 sq mi (821.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.5766°N, 73.3670°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.8 in |
Motavita has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 52°F in July to 55°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.0") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Motavita
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Los Ángeles | — | — | — | — |
| Cede Barro Hondo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Quebrada Hona | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Salvial | — | — | — | — |
| IET Ambiental Sote Panelas | — | — | — | — |
| escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Institucion educaiva Antonio Jose Sandoval | — | — | — | — |
| IE Antonio José Sandoval Gómez | — | — | — | — |
| I.E. TECNICA SANTA CRUZ DE MOTAVITA - SEDE PRINCIPAL | — | — | — | — |
| I. .E.T SANTA CRUZ DE MOTAVITA | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Tecnológico de Boyacá | — | — | — | — |
| Sede Barro Hondo | — | — | — | — |
| sede Quebrada Honda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Rista | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Salvial | — | — | — | — |
| IET Ambiental Sote Panelas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela carbonera | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Andino de Tunja | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Gabriel García Márquez | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Motavita
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calidad Stereo 100.6 FM | crossover, entretenimiento | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Voz de la capilla | — | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Cerinza FM 100.6 | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 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 |
Museums in Motavita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Cultural Gustavo Rojas Pinilla | ||||
| Casa del Escribano Don Juan de Vargas | ||||
| Casa del Fundador Gonzalo Suárez Rendón | ||||
| Casa museo Antonio Narino | ||||
| Casa Museo de Antonio Ricaurte | ||||
| Convento Santa Clara La Real | ||||
| Monasterio de San Agustín | ||||
| Museo del Carmen | ||||
| Museo El Fósil | ||||
| Museo Luis Acuña | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico | ||||
| Museo Prehistorico | ||||
| Primavera mill | ||||
| Real Fabrica de Licores | ||||
| Sol Muisca |
Libraries in Motavita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BiblioIETA | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Jorge Palacios Preciado | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal de Paipa Luis Lopez Guevara | 0.0 | |||||
| Pública Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Motavita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autosercivio MercaKosto | |||||
| Central de abastos del norte | |||||
| CPC Claro | |||||
| Locales Comerciales - Santa Ines | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Picasso | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado del Sur | |||||
| Plaza del mercado (el sábado) | |||||
| Rayco | |||||
| San Andresito |
Restaurants in Motavita
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Motavita
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Motavita
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Motavita
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Motavita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBC |
Stadiums & Teams in Motavita
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Motavita
11 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 |
| Cusiana Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| La Concordia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | MOY | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tauramena Airport | TAU | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Motavita
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| El Infiernito | |
| Iglesia de los Muiscas | |
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Lourdes |
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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What is the population of Motavita?
Motavita has a population of 392 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 317.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Motavita?
Motavita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches.