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Muzo, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Muzo is a small city in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 7,977. Elevation: 2,526 ft (770 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Muzo
Muzo is a town and municipality in the Western Boyacá Province, part of the department of Boyacá, Colombia. It is widely known as the world capital of emeralds for the mines containing the world's highest quality gems of this type. Muzo is situated at a distance of 178 kilometres (111 mi) from the departmental capital Tunja and 118 kilometres (73 mi) from the capital of the Western Boyacá Province, Chiquinquirá. The urban centre is at an altitude of 815 metres (2,674 ft) above sea level. Muzo borders Otanche and San Pablo de Borbur in the north, Maripí and Coper in the east, Quípama in the west and the department of Cundinamarca in the south.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,977 |
| Population Density | 115 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,526 ft (770 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.5353°, -74.1078° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.3 inches (2,192 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Muzo
Muzo is a small city in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 7,977. The city sits at an elevation of 2,526 feet (770 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.1°F |
| 37% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 179 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,526 ft (770 m) |
| Area | 69.2 sq mi (179.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 115/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.5353°N, 74.1078°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (140 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 140 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 153 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 161 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 10.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 11.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 8.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 5.0 in |
Muzo has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 73°F in October to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 86.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (3.2").
Schools in Muzo
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.E. San Marcos - Sede Principal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Dptl Mixto San Marcos | - | - | - | - |
| Intitucion Educativa Concha Medina de Silva - Sede la Paita - Muzo - Boyaca | - | - | - | - |
| Intitucion Educativa Concha Medina de Silva - Muzo - Boyaca- Sede Guadualón | - | - | - | - |
| institucion educativa nuestra señora de la naval sede mandarino | - | - | - | - |
| institucion educativa nuestra señora de la naval sede betania | - | - | - | - |
| institucion educativa nuestra señora de la naval sede san antonio | - | - | - | - |
| Intitucion Educativa Concha Medina de Silva - Sede La Paita - Muzo - Boyaca | - | - | - | - |
| Intitucion Educativa Concha Medina de Silva - Muzo - Boyaca Sede Guadualón | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Muzo
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W Radio | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo - Barranquilla | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo(Bogotá) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Blu Radio - Musica | 2000s, 80s | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Toca Stereo 105.3 fm | - | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Libraries in Muzo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal de Coper | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Jairo Elberto González Castillo" | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Muzo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de Ferias Ganaderas | |||||
| Plaza de La Papa La Carupana | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado |
Hotels in Muzo
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Muzo
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Muzo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Muzo
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| German Olano Air Base | PAL | Medium Airport |
| Airport Hacienda Nápoles | - | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cerritos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Santuario Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Triunfo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaymaral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Libélula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Nare Airport | NAR | Small Airport |
| Puerto Perales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Muzo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Naval |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Muzo
What is the population of Muzo?
Muzo has a population of 7,977 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 69.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Muzo?
Muzo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.