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Acatenango, Guatemala
Chimaltenango · Guatemala
Acatenango is a small city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 12,136. Elevation: 5,128 ft (1,563 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About Acatenango
Acatenango is a stratovolcano in Guatemala, close to the city of Antigua. It is part of the mountain range of the Sierra Madre. The volcano has two peaks, Pico Mayor and Yepocapa which is also known as Tres Hermanas. Acatenango is joined with Volcán de Fuego and collectively the volcano complex is known as La Horqueta.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,136 |
| Population Density | 226 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,128 ft (1,563 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5545°, -90.9437° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chimaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,830 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Acatenango
Acatenango is a small city in Guatemala (Chimaltenango) with a population of 12,136. The city sits at an elevation of 5,128 feet (1,563 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Acatenango
Acatenango has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,128 ft (1,563 m) |
| Area | 53.8 sq mi (139.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5545°N, 90.9437°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2005 | LAGO DE ATITLAN | Meteorological | 4.0 m | — | 34 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 120 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acatenango (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 9 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 11 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 42 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 68 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 73 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 13.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Acatenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in December to 62°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Acatenango
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Infinita | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala | 90.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala | 95.3 fm, español | MP3 | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Clásica 102.5 Guatemala | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Red 106.1 Guatemala | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Actitud 100.9 | \, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Actitud | christian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Acatenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Casa Santo Domingo | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Centro de Formación de la Cooperación Española en La Antigua Guatemala | ||||
| Choco Museo | ||||
| Efrain Recinos | ||||
| La Antigua Galeria de Arte | ||||
| La Nueva Fábrica | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala | ||||
| Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo | ||||
| Museo Cultura Cotzumalguapa | ||||
| Museo de Arte Colonial | ||||
| Museo de Santiago | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo del azúcar | ||||
| Museo del Libro Antiguo | ||||
| Museo del Santo Hermano Pedro | ||||
| Museo La Merced | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo San Augustin | ||||
| Museo Santiago de los Caballeros | ||||
| Museums Promenade | ||||
| Palacio de los Capitanes | ||||
| Santo Domingo del Cerro |
Libraries in Acatenango
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala y de la Fundación Cultural Duane Carter | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Paco Piñas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Acatenango
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Antigua | |||||
| Mercado El Carmen | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez | |||||
| Utz Market | |||||
| ventas |
Restaurants in Acatenango
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Acatenango
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Acatenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Brewery | ||||
| Cerveceria 14 | ||||
| Cervicería | ||||
| El Zapote |
Stadiums & Teams in Acatenango
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Acatenango
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Acatenango
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Evangélica |
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What is the population of Acatenango?
Acatenango has a population of 12,136 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 226 people per square mile, spread across 53.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Acatenango?
Acatenango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.