Bogotá, Colombia
Capital city · Population 7.7M
Bogotá is the capital and the largest city in Colombia with a population of approximately 7,674,366 people as of 2026. This makes it the 36th largest city in the world, accounting for 14.46% of Colombia's total population of 53.1M. Bogotá is classified as a major metropolis and operates in the America/Bogota timezone. The average annual temperature is 14.2°C with 856 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 2,582 meters above sea level.
Population
7,674,366
Global Rank
#36
Country Rank
#1
% of Colombia
14.46%
Avg Temperature
14.2°C
Annual Rainfall
856 mm
Elevation
2,582 m
Timezone
America/Bogota
Bogotá on the Map
Climate in Bogotá
Bogotá's warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Nov with 232 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Colombia at a Glance
Country Population
53,057,212
Capital
Bogotá
Region
South America
Major Cities
55
GDP per Capita
$7,919
Life Expectancy
77.7 years
Urban Population
78.5%
Growth Rate
0.00%
Other Major Cities in Colombia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Bogotá with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Soacha | 655,025 | 15 km |
| Funza | 116,890 | 19 km |
| Mosquera | 128,012 | 20 km |
| Madrid | 135,000 | 24 km |
| Chía | 124,309 | 28 km |
| Facatativá | 141,762 | 38 km |
| Zipaquirá | 130,432 | 47 km |
| Villavicencio | 321,717 | 73 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bogotá?
The population of Bogotá, Colombia is approximately 7,674,366 people, making it the 36th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Colombia.
Is Bogotá the capital of Colombia?
Yes, Bogotá is the capital of Colombia.
What is the climate like in Bogotá?
Bogotá has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C and receives 856 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Mar and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Bogotá in?
Bogotá is in the America/Bogota timezone.