Cáchira facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Cáchira
Municipality and town
View of Cáchira and surrounding mountains
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Location of Cáchira in Norte de Santander
Cáchira Location in Colombia
Country	Colombia
Department	Norte de Santander Department
Subregion	Western
Founded	7 March 1811
Area
• Municipality and town	605.94 km2 (233.95 sq mi)
Elevation	2,025 m (6,644 ft)
Population  (2015)
• Municipality and town	10,970
• Density	18.104/km2 (46.889/sq mi)
• Urban	1,700
Time zone	UTC-5 (Colombia Standard Time)
Climate	Cfb

Cáchira is a town and Colombian municipality located in the Norte de Santander Department of Colombia. It is nestled high up in the Eastern Ranges of the famous Colombian Andes mountains. The town center sits at an elevation of about 2,025 meters (6,644 feet) above sea level.

Cáchira was officially founded on March 7, 1811. As of 2015, about 10,970 people live in the municipality. Around 1,700 of these people live in the main urban area of the town.

Climate in Cáchira

Cáchira has a cool and mild climate, often described as an oceanic climate. This means it usually has comfortable temperatures all year round. It's not too hot and not too cold.

The average temperature in Cáchira is around 17 degrees Celsius (63 degrees Fahrenheit). The highest temperatures are usually around 22 degrees Celsius (72 degrees Fahrenheit). The lowest temperatures are about 12 degrees Celsius (54 degrees Fahrenheit).

Cáchira receives a good amount of rain throughout the year. The wettest months are typically April, May, September, and October. Even during the drier months, there's still some rainfall. This steady rainfall helps keep the area green and lush.

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In Spanish: Cáchira para niños