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Simacota, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Simacota is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 2,156. Elevation: 3,468 ft (1,057 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Simacota
Simacota is a town and municipality in the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia. In 1965, the city had briefly been invaded by more than 100 members of the anti-government Ejército de Liberación Nacional (ELN), the "National Liberation Army") and "captured the public imagination" in its first act as a new guerrilla organization. The invaders murdered three of Simacota's four policemen, robbed the local bank, harassed the townspeople and looted the local pharmacy of its medicines, before being driven out by the Colombian Army. Only three of the 100 ELN men were captured.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,156 |
| Population Density | 41 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,468 ft (1,057 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4429°, -73.3369° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.7 inches (1,769 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Simacota
Simacota is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 2,156. The city sits at an elevation of 3,468 feet (1,057 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.0°F |
| 19% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,468 ft (1,057 m) |
| Area | 52.1 sq mi (135.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4429°N, 73.3369°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest |
| November | 64°F (18°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in |
Simacota has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 63°F in October to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 69.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.4") and January the driest (1.9").
Schools in Simacota
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural El Salto | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio La Llanita | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado General Pablo Antonio Obando | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado General Pablo Antonio Obando | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integd General Pablo Antonio Obando | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Trocha del Medio 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Palencia | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Ana de Flores | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural El Morro | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio María Auxiliadora | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Pedro Cinco Mil | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Integrado General Pablo Antonio Obando | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Guayabal | - | - | - | - |
| CENTRO EDUCATIVO CAÑO VIEJO | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Alta Cruz | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Alvaro Valencia Tovar | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Santa Ana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Guayabal | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Zambranito | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Puente Opon | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Tec Para El Desarrollo Rural Idear | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Simacota
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerinza FM 100.6 | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Barrancabermeja Virtual | crossover, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 |
Museums in Simacota
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura José Acevedo y Gómez | ||||
| Casa de la Cultura | ||||
| Casa Galán | ||||
| Casa Museo Jaime Guevara y Jose Blas Acevedo y Gómez | ||||
| La Rancha | ||||
| Museo de la Cerámica | ||||
| Museo del Algodón y Lienzo de la Tierra | ||||
| Museo Paleontológico y Arqueológico |
Libraries in Simacota
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioparque | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Carlos Martinez Silva | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal Francisco de Paula Santander | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura Alcira Obregon | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Simacota
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Campesina | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Simacota
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Simacota
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Simacota
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Simacota
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Simacota
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Simacota
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodega JJG |
Stadiums & Teams in Simacota
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Simacota
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palonegro Airport | BGA | Medium Airport |
| Yariguíes Airport | EJA | Medium Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| La Cascajera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Málaga Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Vicente Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Simacota
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Servientrega |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Simacota
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Santa Bárbara |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Simacota
What is the population of Simacota?
Simacota has a population of 2,156 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 41 people per square mile, spread across 52.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Simacota?
Simacota enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches.