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Paipa, Colombia
Boyacá · Colombia
Paipa is a small city in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 13,554. Elevation: 8,228 ft (2,508 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Paipa
Paipa is a town and municipality in the Tundama Province, a part of the Colombian department of Boyacá. Paipa borders Duitama, Firavitoba, Tibasosa, Sotaquirá and Tuta.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,554 |
| Population Density | 67 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,228 ft (2,508 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7801°, -73.1171° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Boyacá |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.3 inches (1,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paipa
Paipa is a small city in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 13,554. The city sits at an elevation of 8,228 feet (2,508 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Paipa
Paipa has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Apr (15°C), the coldest is Jul (14.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1576 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,228 ft (2,508 m) |
| Area | 202.1 sq mi (523.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7801°N, 73.1171°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in |
Paipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 55°F in July to 57°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with April being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Paipa
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantano de Vargas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela el Tunal | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Académico de Paipa | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Tomas Vasquez Rodriguez - Cent Educ Marcura | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUTO TECNICO JOSE MIGUEL SILVA PLAZAS Sede San Lorenzo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Corinto IETA | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Armando Solano - Cent Educ Los Medios | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Técnica Pantano De Vargas Sede Cruz De Murcia | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Armando Solano - Sede Principal | - | - | - | - |
| I.E. Tomas Vasquez Rodriguez - Sede Principal | - | - | - | - |
| INSTITUCIÓN EDUCATIVA TÉCNICA AGRICOLA DE PAIPA | - | - | - | - |
| IE Adolfo María Jiménez - Sede Soconsuca de Blancos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Corinto IETA | - | - | - | - |
| I.E.T. Pantano De Vargas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Rita | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Paipa
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 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 Paipa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesanias de Boyaca | ||||
| Casa Cultural Gustavo Rojas Pinilla | ||||
| Casa del Escribano Don Juan de Vargas | ||||
| Casa del Fundador Gonzalo Suárez Rendón | ||||
| Casa Museo Juan Vargas | ||||
| Convento Santa Clara La Real | ||||
| Monasterio de San Agustín | ||||
| Museo de la Vida | ||||
| Museo Diocesano de Arte Religioso Julio Franco Arango | ||||
| MUSEO EL BUHO | ||||
| Museo La Troja |
Libraries in Paipa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Col Rosario | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Colegio Salesiano | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Comfaboy | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Jorge Palacios Preciado | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Sogamoso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Mariño Soler | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal nueva sede | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca piedra y cielo | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Marcolino Tamayo Medina | 0.0 | |||||
| Manuel Ignacio de los Reyes | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal de Paipa Luis Lopez Guevara | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paipa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central de Abastos | |||||
| Central de abastos del norte | |||||
| CPC Claro | |||||
| Locales Comerciales - Santa Ines | |||||
| Picasso | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Rayco | |||||
| San Andresito | |||||
| San Nicolás productos de feijoa |
Hotels in Paipa
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Paipa
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Paipa
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Paipa
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Paipa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Paipa
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Paipa
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Paipa
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paipa
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Paipa
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Paipa
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Paipa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paipa
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Alcaravan - Yopal Airport | EYP | Medium Airport |
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ciénaga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Espino Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Recreo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fasca Main Base Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jamaica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Maríaangélica Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paipa
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Virgen del Carmen | |
| Iglesia de Dios Ministerial de Jesucristo Internacional-IDMJI | |
| Iglesia de la Hacienda El Salitre | |
| Iglesia Jesus de la Divina Misericordia | |
| NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL ROSARIO (SEDE) | |
| Nuestra Señora del Rosario de la Libertad | |
| Parroquia de San Miguel Arcángel |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paipa
What is the population of Paipa?
Paipa has a population of 13,554 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 202.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paipa?
Paipa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches.