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Nuevo Colón, Colombia

Boyacá · Colombia

Nuevo Colón is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 863. Elevation: 8,061 ft (2,457 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

863 Population 1,598/sq mi density
8,061 ft Elevation 2,457 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
49.5 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Nuevo Colón

Nuevo Colón

Nuevo Colón is a town and municipality in the Colombian Department of Boyacá, part of the subregion of the Márquez Province. The urban centre is located at an altitude of 2,500 metres (8,200 ft) on the Altiplano Cundiboyacense, at a distance of 34 kilometres (21 mi) from the departmental capital Tunja. Nuevo Colón borders Boyacá, Boyacá, Ventaquemada and Jenesano in the north, Tibaná and Turmequé in the south, Tibaná in the east and Turmequé and Ventaquemada in the west.

People

Population863
Density1,598/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation8,061 ft (2,457 m)
Population863
Population Density1,598 / sq mi
Elevation8,061 ft (2,457 m)
Coordinates5.3537°, -73.4566°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation49.5 inches (1,256 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nuevo Colón

Nuevo Colón is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 863. The city sits at an elevation of 8,061 feet (2,457 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Nuevo Colón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 8,061 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above Colombia avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,061 ft (2,457 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,598/sq mi
Coordinates5.3537°N, 73.4566°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.5"
30% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.36"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

220 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 25, 2025.

Jan 19, 1995 16 km ESE of Páez, Colombia M6.5 69 km
Jun 8, 2025 15 km NE of Paratebueno, Colombia M6.3 103 km
Aug 17, 2023 10 km E of El Calvario, Colombia M6.1 114 km
May 24, 2008 6 km WSW of El Calvario, Colombia M5.9 119 km
Jan 2, 1992 2 km NW of Chiquinquirá, Colombia M5.8 52 km
Jan 22, 1995 9 km E of Páez, Colombia M5.7 62 km
Aug 17, 2023 3 km E of Restrepo, Colombia M5.6 122 km
Apr 23, 1995 11 km NE of Aguazul, Colombia M5.3 109 km
Jan 21, 1995 13 km NNE of Sabanalarga, Colombia M5.3 67 km
May 20, 1995 7 km WNW of San Miguel de Sema, Colombia M5.3 42 km
Jan 29, 2007 17 km SSW of Ubalá, Colombia M5.3 126 km
Apr 26, 2002 12 km WSW of El Carmen de Chucurí, Colombia M5.2 144 km
Jan 20, 1995 6 km SW of Chámeza, Colombia M5.2 62 km
Jun 25, 1991 5 km NW of Chámeza, Colombia M5.2 62 km
Mar 16, 2017 17 km NNW of Ubalá, Colombia M5.2 108 km
Mar 8, 1998 15 km WSW of Landázuri, Colombia M5.1 104 km
Mar 6, 1998 7 km W of Landázuri, Colombia M5.0 106 km
Aug 18, 2023 10 km N of Cumaral, Colombia M5.0 110 km
Jun 4, 1995 4 km NW of Guayabal de Síquima, Colombia M4.9 125 km
Mar 10, 1997 4 km W of Recetor, Colombia M4.9 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 58°F (14°C) 1.7 in
March 58°F (15°C) 2.7 in Warmest
April 58°F (14°C) 5.4 in
May 57°F (14°C) 5.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 7.4 in Wettest
July 55°F (13°C) 5.6 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in
September 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 57°F (14°C) 5.8 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
December 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in

Nuevo Colón has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 55°F in July to 58°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Nuevo Colón

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
IE Nuestra Señora de la Antigua - - - -
Colegio Técnico Llano Grande - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nuevo Colón

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W Radio - AAC+ 32 kbps
Calidad Stereo 100.6 FM crossover, entretenimiento AAC+ 128 kbps
Olímpica Stereo - Barranquilla - AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM 40s, 50s AAC+ 128 kbps
Olímpica Stereo(Bogotá) - AAC+ 64 kbps
Voz de la capilla - MP3 48 kbps
Blu Radio - Musica 2000s, 80s MP3 96 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 Nuevo Colón

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa Cultural Gustavo Rojas Pinilla
Casa del Escribano Don Juan de Vargas
Casa del Fundador Gonzalo Suárez Rendón
Convento Santa Clara La Real
Monasterio de San Agustín
Museo Municipal

Libraries in Nuevo Colón

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BiblioIETA0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca0.0
Biblioteca Jorge Palacios Preciado0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública Municipal0.0
Comfaboy0.0

Farmers Markets in Nuevo Colón

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Autosercivio MercaKosto
Central de abastos del norte
Centro de Acopio
CPC Claro
Locales Comerciales - Santa Ines
Nueva Plaza de Mercado
Plaza
Plaza de ferias
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado
Plaza de Mercado Campesino
Plaza de Mercado de Turmeque
Plaza de Mercado del Sur
Plaza del Ganado Villapinzon
Rayco
San Andresito

Hotels in Nuevo Colón

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Guatapuri
Hotel El Carpi

Restaurants in Nuevo Colón

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mirador del teruel
Restaurante El Carpi
Restaurante Guatapuri

Train Stations in Nuevo Colón

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tierranegra

Gas Stations in Nuevo Colón

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brío
Honolulú
Terpel

Stadiums & Teams in Nuevo Colón

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Nuevo Colón

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Dorado International AirportBOGLarge Airport
Tunja Airport-Medium Airport
Alberto Lleras Camargo AirportSOXSmall Airport
Barbosa Airport-Small Airport
Ciénaga Airport-Small Airport
Furatena Airport-Small Airport
Guaymaral Airport-Small Airport
Juan Jose Rondon AirportRONSmall Airport
La Libélula Airport-Small Airport
Monterrey AirportMOYSmall Airport
Muzo Airport-Small Airport
Sabanalarga Airport-Small Airport
San Pedro De Jagua Airport-Small Airport
Tauramena AirportTAUSmall Airport
Villanueva Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
2,289 m (7,510 ft)

🇨🇴 About Colombia

Capital Bogota
Population 49,648,685
Area 1,138,910 km²
GDP (USD) $366,291,836,138
GDP per capita $7,001
HDI 0.758
Life expectancy 77.7 years
Internet users 77.3%
Urban population 78.3%
Currency COP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +57
TLD .co
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Colombia

18 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Jan 12 Epiphany Día de los Reyes Magos
Mar 23 Saint Joseph's Day Día de San José
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Jueves Santo
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Primero de Mayo
May 18 Ascension Day Ascensión del señor
Jun 8 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 15 Sacred Heart Sagrado Corazón
Jun 29 Saint Peter and Saint Paul San Pedro y San Pablo
Jul 20 Declaration of Independence Declaracion de la Independencia de Colombia
Aug 7 Battle of Boyacá Batalla de Boyacá
Aug 17 Assumption of Mary La Asunción
Oct 12 Columbus Day Día de la Raza
Nov 2 All Saints’ Day Dia de los Santos
Nov 16 Independence of Cartagena Independencia de Cartagena
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception La Inmaculada Concepción
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nuevo Colón

What is the population of Nuevo Colón?

Nuevo Colón has a population of 863 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 1,598 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nuevo Colón?

Nuevo Colón enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.5 inches.

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