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Altagracia, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
Altagracia is a small town in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 2,771. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Altagracia
Altagracia is a municipality in the Rivas Department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,771 |
| Population Density | 39 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5662°, -85.5784° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.4 inches (1,738 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Altagracia
Altagracia is a small town in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 2,771. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.4 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Area | 70.9 sq mi (183.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5662°N, 85.5784°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 89 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Concepcion (6 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 6 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 32 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 51 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 79 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 83 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 86 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 102 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 102 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 112 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 141 km |
| Arenal | Stratovolcano | 1,670 m (5,479 ft) | 2010 | 156 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 159 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
Altagracia has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in December to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 68.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.9") and February the driest (0.4").
Schools in Altagracia
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Rubén Darío | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Esperanza | — | — | — | — |
| Albergue | — | — | — | — |
| Santa Ana | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Jaime Marza Martinez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Balgue | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional Ladislao Chwalbinsky | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Altagracia
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Ometepe | ||||
| Museos El Ceibo |
Libraries in Altagracia
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Altagracia
22 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Altagracia
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Altagracia
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Altagracia
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Altagracia
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Altagracia
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Altagracia
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Altagracia
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Altagracia
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Upala Airport | UPL | Medium Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Altagracia
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Bethel A.D | |
| Iglesia Catolica de Altagracia | |
| Iglesia Vieja de Altagracia | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses | |
| La Sabana | |
| San Pio V |
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What is the population of Altagracia?
Altagracia has a population of 2,771 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 70.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Altagracia?
Altagracia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.4 inches.