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Vélez, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Vélez is a small city in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 19,376. Elevation: 7,087 ft (2,160 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Vélez
Vélez is a town and municipality of the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,376 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,087 ft (2,160 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0134°, -73.6735° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 62°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.1 inches (1,856 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Vélez
Vélez is a small city in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 19,376. The city sits at an elevation of 7,087 feet (2,160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.1 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Vélez
Vélez has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.7°C), the coldest is Nov (19.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1658 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 62.3°F |
| 15% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,087 ft (2,160 m) |
| Area | 376.5 sq mi (975.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0134°N, 73.6735°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 9.0 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 5.3 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 8.2 in | |
| October | 62°F (16°C) | 9.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in |
Vélez has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 62°F in October to 63°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 73.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.1") and January the driest (2.3").
Schools in Vélez
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Los Guayabos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela sede Lagunetas | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Montesquieu | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Lomalta | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Los Guayabos | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Libre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Veguita | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nacional Universitario Sede Campestre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa El Gaital Sede A | - | - | - | - |
| El Centenario | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Martín Galeano | - | - | - | - |
| Sede Ciro Santander | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Nacional Universitario | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Isabel Valbuena Cifuentes | - | - | - | - |
| UNAD | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede G Los Ejidos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede San Pablo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural San Vicente | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo El Gaital Sede A | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Capilla | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede Peña Chiquita | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede Lagunetas | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Lomalta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede Peña Grande | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede El Amarillo | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Sede Palo Blanco | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Montesquieu | - | - | - | - |
| Institución de Educación Rural Santa Ma del Camino | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Pedagógico de Colombia Inspedcol | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Vélez
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Recuerdos 1230 AM | 40s, 50s | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Vélez
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Historia Natural | ||||
| Museo del Algodón | ||||
| Museo Real de Vélez |
Libraries in Vélez
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCALDIA MUNICIPAL | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca CUV | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Alvaro Chacón de Luna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alejandria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Tiberio Vanega Pinzón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San josé de Pare | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca SENA | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Vélez
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Casa de Mercado Mi Cosecha | |||||
| Mercado bovino | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de Ferias | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Barbosa | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Paz | |||||
| Plaza Municipal de Mercado |
Hotels in Vélez
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Vélez
62 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Vélez
36 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Vélez
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Vélez
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Vélez
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Vélez
9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Vélez
8 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Vélez
9 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Vélez
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Vélez
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Vélez
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Vélez
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guaraperia |
Stadiums & Teams in Vélez
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Vélez
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Puerto Berrio Airport | PBE | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Vélez
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Interrapidisimo | |
| Servientrega | |
| Servientrega |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vélez
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla | |
| Catedral Nuestra Señora de las Nieves | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia La Sagrada Familia | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida de Colombia | |
| Misión Panamericana | |
| Salon Testigos de Jehova | |
| Santa Teresita |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
18 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Vélez
What is the population of Vélez?
Vélez has a population of 19,376 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 376.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Vélez?
Vélez enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.1 inches.