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Otanche, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Otanche is a small city in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 6,997. Elevation: 3,527 ft (1,075 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Otanche
Otanche is a town and municipality in Boyacá Department, Colombia, part of the subregion of the Western Boyacá Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,997 |
| Population Density | 30 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,527 ft (1,075 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.6567°, -74.1825° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 92.5 inches (2,349 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Otanche
Otanche is a small city in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 6,997. The city sits at an elevation of 3,527 feet (1,075 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 92.5 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 168 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,527 ft (1,075 m) |
| Area | 236.0 sq mi (611.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 30/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.6567°N, 74.1825°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (138 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 138 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 152 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 161 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 10.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 7.3 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 9.2 in | |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 5.9 in |
Otanche has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 71°F in November to 73°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 92.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.3") and January the driest (3.9").
Schools in Otanche
23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I.E. San Ignacio De Loyola - Esc Altosano | - | - | - | - |
| escuela Tananay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santa Barbara | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Siberia | - | - | - | - |
| Tapaz de la Vega | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Tananay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Vieja Tananay | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Sabripa Vieja | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Miguel | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Cortaderal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Florian | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. San Ignacio De Loyola - Esc Cambuco | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Divino Niño Cormal - Cent Educ Tapaz De La Vega | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. San Ignacio De Loyola - Esc Buenos Aires | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. San Ignacio De Loyola - Esc La Laguna | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. San Ignacio De Loyola - Esc Platanillal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Platanillal | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. San Ignacio De Loyola - Esc Sevilla La Nueva | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Llano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Llano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Triunfo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Florida | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Topaz De Quipe | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Otanche
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 Otanche
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal de Coper | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Otanche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Otanche
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Otanche
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Otanche
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Otanche
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| German Olano Air Base | PAL | Medium Airport |
| Mariquita Airport | MQU | Medium Airport |
| Airport Hacienda Nápoles | - | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ganadería 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 |
| San José Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Velásquez Airport | PYA | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Otanche?
Otanche has a population of 6,997 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 236.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Otanche?
Otanche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 168 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.5 inches.