Why is Bogota cold?

Bogotá is on top of a mountain, part of one of the most famous mountain ranges (the Andes) in the world. read more

Bogotá climate is cold due to geographic position of the city. Bogotá is located in a savannah between a mountain chain with an altitude of 8500+ ft. Usually, cities with 7000+ ft of altitude are cold cities, although Bogotá is located near of the Equator line. read more

Bogotá is 2600 above sea level, very high above, that's why it is very cold. But, if you travel just 2 hours (down the mountain) you get to a weather of 30C all year round. That is the reason why, Bogota, even though situated in the Equator, has a cold weather. read more

Bogota and the "Cold Rolo" Stereotype Dec 10, 2011, 1:22 PM Although I would personally prefer the smaller size, climate, and reputed hospitality of Medellin (where I visited very briefly in 2010), I may choose to go to Bogota next summer both to see something new and because it seems like there is so much to see in cultural terms. read more