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Almolonga, Guatemala
Quetzaltenango · Guatemala
Almolonga is a small city in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 12,299. Elevation: 7,418 ft (2,261 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Almolonga
The Almolonga volcano, also called "Cerro Quemado" or "La Muela" due to its distinct shape, is an andesitic stratovolcano in the south-western department of Quetzaltenango in Guatemala. Part of the mountain range of the Sierra Madre, the volcano is located near the town of Almolonga, just south of Quetzaltenango, Guatemala's second largest city.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,299 |
| Population Density | 2,388 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,418 ft (2,261 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8159°, -91.4946° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quetzaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.5 inches (1,944 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Almolonga
Almolonga is a small city in Guatemala (Quetzaltenango) with a population of 12,299. The city sits at an elevation of 7,418 feet (2,261 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Almolonga
Almolonga has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is May (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2406 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,418 ft (2,261 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8159°N, 91.4946°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 | - | 33 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 102 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 72 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (3 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 3 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 9 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 40 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 75 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 75 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 76 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 138 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 177 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 14.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 10.3 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in |
Almolonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 55°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.6") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Almolonga
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauvoo School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Almolonga
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | - | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Almolonga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Caracol del Tiempo | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Tzununya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Almolonga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Almolonga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales |
Hotels in Almolonga
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Almolonga
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Almolonga
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Almolonga
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Almolonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Almolonga
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Almolonga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Cristian Familiar | |
| Iglesia de Dios Evangelio Completo |
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What is the population of Almolonga?
Almolonga has a population of 12,299 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 2,388 people per square mile, spread across 5.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Almolonga?
Almolonga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.5 inches.