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Aguacatán, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
Aguacatán is a small city in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 5,572. Elevation: 5,469 ft (1,667 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Aguacatán
Aguacatán is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of Huehuetenango. It is situated at 1,670 metres (5,480 ft) above sea level. The municipality has a population of 49,607 and covers an area of 287 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,572 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,469 ft (1,667 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3422°, -91.3114° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.8 inches (1,723 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Aguacatán
Aguacatán is a small city in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 5,572. The city sits at an elevation of 5,469 feet (1,667 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 213 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,469 ft (1,667 m) |
| Area | 169.5 sq mi (438.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3422°N, 91.3114°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 77 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 132 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (65 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 65 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 70 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 89 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 105 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 107 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 131 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 164 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53°F (12°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 12.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 9.7 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 9.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 11.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 7.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in |
Aguacatán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 53°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 67.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.2") and February the driest (1.2").
Schools in Aguacatán
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio San Juan Bosco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela oficial Rural Mixta Río San Juan | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela oficial Riral Mixta Juan Dieguez Olaverri | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Aguacatán
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Aguacatán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Zaculeo |
Libraries in Aguacatán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca URL | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Parroquial. | 0.0 | |||||
| Blioteca BAM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Aguacatán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kul box | |||||
| Mercado de la Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Kaibil Balam | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Merco Municiapl de Chiantla | |||||
| Plaza Municipal |
Hotels in Aguacatán
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Aguacatán
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Aguacatán
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aguacatán
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Aguacatán
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Aguacatán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Aguacatán
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barillas upper | — | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aguacatán
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Nuestra Señora de la Encarnación |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of Aguacatán?
Aguacatán has a population of 5,572 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 169.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Aguacatán?
Aguacatán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.8 inches.