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Achuapa, Nicaragua
León Department · Nicaragua
Achuapa is a small town in León Department, Nicaragua with a population of 3,299. Elevation: 1,047 ft (319 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About Achuapa
San José de Achuapa is a municipality in the León department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,299 |
| Population Density | 18 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,047 ft (319 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0537°, -86.5900° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | León Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.3 inches (1,379 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Achuapa
Achuapa is a small town in Nicaragua (León Department) with a population of 3,299. The city sits at an elevation of 1,047 feet (319 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.3 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.6°F |
| 40% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,047 ft (319 m) |
| Area | 184.9 sq mi (478.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0537°N, 86.5900°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 57 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 60 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 62 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 63 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 70 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 94 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 107 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 108 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 128 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Achuapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.8") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Achuapa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Rio Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Los Enquentro | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Achuapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Cultura "Leonel Rugama" | ||||
| Museo de Historia y Arqueología Dr. Alejandro Dávila Bolaños |
Libraries in Achuapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Achuapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito El Sandino |
Clinics in Achuapa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Achuapa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Achuapa
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Achuapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Achuapa
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Achuapa
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica de Achuapa | |
| Iglesia Catolica de San Juan de Achuapa |
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What is the population of Achuapa?
Achuapa has a population of 3,299 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 184.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Achuapa?
Achuapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches.