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Socotá, Colombia

Boyacá · Colombia

Socotá is a small town in Boyacá, Colombia with a population of 2,193. Elevation: 7,917 ft (2,413 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,193 Population 24/sq mi density
7,917 ft Elevation 2,413 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
48.2 in Annual Rain
America / Bogota Timezone

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About Socotá

Socotá

Socotá is a town and municipality in the Valderrama Province, part of the Colombian department of Boyacá. The municipality is situated in the Eastern Ranges of the Colombian Andes. The urban centre is at an altitude of 2,443 metres (8,015 ft) at a distance of 134 kilometres (83 mi) from the department capital Tunja. It borders Jericó and Sativanorte in the north, Pisba and Mongua in the south, Chita and Támara, Casanare in the east and Sativasur, Tasco, Socha and Gámeza in the west.

People

Population2,193
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation7,917 ft (2,413 m)
Population2,193
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation7,917 ft (2,413 m)
Coordinates6.0403°, -72.6351°
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota
Country🇨🇴 Colombia
State / ProvinceBoyacá
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation48.2 inches (1,223 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Socotá

Socotá is a small town in Colombia (Boyacá) with a population of 2,193. The city sits at an elevation of 7,917 feet (2,413 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.

Socotá experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 7,917 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below Colombia avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7,917 ft (2,413 m)
Area90.3 sq mi (234.0 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates6.0403°N, 72.6351°W
TimezoneAmerica/Bogota

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"
27% above Colombia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Apr) 6.14"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,368 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 M6.5 114 km
Mar 10, 2015 2 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M6.2 91 km
Jan 2, 1992 2 km NW of Chiquinquirá, Colombia M5.8 140 km
Jan 22, 1995 9 km E of Páez, Colombia M5.7 112 km
Jan 17, 2000 21 km W of Fortul, Colombia M5.6 111 km
May 6, 2007 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 82 km
Feb 17, 2008 5 km ESE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.4 84 km
Mar 10, 2023 4 km NNW of Aratoca, Colombia M5.4 88 km
Feb 17, 2014 9 km NNE of Tame, Colombia M5.4 117 km
Nov 8, 1999 8 km SW of San Andrés, Colombia M5.4 84 km
Feb 24, 2012 6 km SSE of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 82 km
Jan 1, 1990 8 km NNW of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 96 km
Jan 21, 1995 13 km NNE of Sabanalarga, Colombia M5.3 126 km
Dec 3, 1990 1 km N of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 89 km
Feb 25, 2005 northern Colombia M5.3 84 km
Jan 1, 1997 4 km W of San Andrés, Colombia M5.3 91 km
Apr 23, 1995 11 km NE of Aguazul, Colombia M5.3 90 km
Nov 19, 2001 8 km E of Cepitá, Colombia M5.3 83 km
May 20, 1995 7 km WNW of San Miguel de Sema, Colombia M5.3 138 km
Jun 25, 1991 5 km NW of Chámeza, Colombia M5.2 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 0.7 in Driest
February 53°F (11°C) 1.8 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in Warmest
April 53°F (12°C) 6.1 in Wettest
May 53°F (11°C) 5.5 in
June 51°F (11°C) 5.6 in
July 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 5.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 5.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in

Socotá has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 51°F in July to 53°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.2 inches, with April being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Socotá

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
INSTITUCION EDUCATIVA TECNICO FRANCISCO JOSE DE CALDAS sede Principal
ESCUELA PUEBLO NUEVO
Escuela Guaquira- IET Francisco Jose de Caldas
I.E. T Francisco José de Caldas sede El morro
Institución Educativa Técnico Francisco Jose de Caldas Sede Comaita
I.E.T. Francisco José de Caldas Sede El playon
I.E. LOS LIBERTADORES Sede Alto Centro
Escuela Fray Luis
Istitución Educativa Técnica Francisco José de Caldas Sede Chusvitá
I. E. Técnico Francisco Jose de Caldas Sede San Pedro Cochia
Institucion Educativa Técnico Francisco José de Caldas Sede Motavita
I.E.F.J.C Sede San Pedro Guita
I.E. Jairo Albarracín Barrera
INSTITUCIÓN EDUCATIVA TÉCNICO "FRANCISCO JOSÉ DE CALDAS"
Iet Francisco José de Caldas Sede Guarca
Urbana de Varones
I.E. Técnica Jairo Albarracín Barrera - Sede Principal
Escuela Comeza Baho
I.E.T.F.J.C Sede La Manga
I.E.T.F.J.C Sede Mortiños
I.E.T.F.J.C Sede Fray Luis
I.E.F.J.C Sede Cuchillas
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Radio Stations near Socotá

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cerinza FM 100.6 crossover, entretenimiento MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Socotá

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de los Andes

Libraries in Socotá

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca municipal0.0
Biblioteca Pública "Luis Manuel Parra Caro"0.0
Biblioteca PUBLICA MUNICIPAL ANTONIO MARIA BENITEZ SOCHA-BOYACA0.0

Farmers Markets in Socotá

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plaza Antigua de Mercado
PLAZA DE MERCADO
Plaza de mercado
Plaza de Mercado

Restaurants in Socotá

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante escolar IETFJDC

Cafes in Socotá

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BENEDETTO
Cafeteria Mix

Gas Stations in Socotá

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ESTACION DE SERVICIO

Banks in Socotá

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Corresponsal Bancolombia

Stadiums & Teams in Socotá

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Socotá

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
El Alcaravan - Yopal AirportEYPMedium Airport
Paz de Ariporo AirportPZAMedium Airport
Tunja AirportMedium Airport
Alberto Lleras Camargo AirportSOXSmall Airport
Araguanen AirportSmall Airport
Banco AirportSmall Airport
Bizerta AirportSmall Airport
Comuneros AirportSmall Airport
El Deshecho AirportSmall Airport
El Espino AirportSmall Airport
El Espino AirportSmall Airport
El Recreo AirportSmall Airport
Juan Jose Rondon AirportRONSmall Airport
La Barquereña AirportSmall Airport
La Ceiba AirportSmall Airport
La Nevera AirportSmall Airport
La Reforma AirportSmall Airport
Los Cabros AirportSmall Airport
Málaga Regional AirportSmall Airport
Nunchia AirportNUHSmall Airport
Palma Rosa AirportSmall Airport
Pore AirportPRESmall Airport
San Gil AirportSmall Airport
Tablón De Tamara AirportTTMSmall Airport
Zapatoca AirportAZTSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Socotá

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capilla San Cayetano
La Capilla
Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Bogota
Elevation
3,382 m (11,096 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 Socotá

What is the population of Socotá?

Socotá has a population of 2,193 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 90.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Socotá?

Socotá has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches.

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