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Simijaca, Colombia
Cundinamarca · Colombia
Simijaca is a small town in Cundinamarca, Colombia with a population of 4,767. Elevation: 8,409 ft (2,563 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Simijaca
Simijaca is a town and municipality in the Ubaté Province, part of the Cundinamarca Department, Colombia. The town centre is located at an altitude of 2,559 metres (8,396 ft) on the Altiplano Cundiboyacense at 136 kilometres (85 mi) from the capital Bogotá. Simijaca borders the Boyacá municipalities Chiquinquirá and Caldas in the north, Susa and Carmen de Carupa in the south, Caldas in the west and San Miguel de Sema in the east.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,767 |
| Population Density | 107 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,409 ft (2,563 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.5029°, -73.8523° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Cundinamarca |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 61.7 inches (1,566 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Simijaca
Simijaca is a small town in Colombia (Cundinamarca) with a population of 4,767. The city sits at an elevation of 8,409 feet (2,563 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.7 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,409 ft (2,563 m) |
| Area | 44.8 sq mi (115.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.5029°N, 73.8523°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Bravo, Cerro (166 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Bravo, Cerro | Stratovolcano | 3,985 m (13,074 ft) | 1720 | 166 km |
| Ruiz, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,279 m (17,320 ft) | 2020 | 177 km |
| Santa Isabel | Shield | 4,944 m (16,220 ft) | -850 | 184 km |
| Tolima, Nevado del | Stratovolcano | 5,215 m (17,110 ft) | 1943 | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 7.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
Simijaca has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 59°F in December to 61°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (2.8").
Schools in Simijaca
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Agustín Parra | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Agustín Parra | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Simijaca
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| W Radio | - | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo - Barranquilla | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Olímpica Stereo(Bogotá) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Voz de la capilla | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Blu Radio - Musica | 2000s, 80s | MP3 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 Simijaca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palacio de la Cultura |
Libraries in Simijaca
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca municipal de Coper | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pùblica | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal "Jairo Elberto González Castillo" | 0.0 | |||||
| Comfaboy | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Simijaca
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Acopio y Mercadeo | |||||
| Nueva Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Ferias Ganaderas | |||||
| Plaza de La Papa La Carupana | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Campesino |
Restaurants in Simijaca
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Simijaca
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Simijaca
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Simijaca
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D |
Stadiums & Teams in Simijaca
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Simijaca
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guaymaral Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | 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 Simijaca
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Simijaca?
Simijaca has a population of 4,767 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 44.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Simijaca?
Simijaca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches.