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Atescatempa, Guatemala
Jutiapa · Guatemala
Atescatempa is a small city in Jutiapa, Guatemala with a population of 11,543. Elevation: 2,244 ft (684 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Atescatempa
Atescatempa is a town and municipality in the Jutiapa department of Guatemala. Its population as of 2023 is 20,300.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,543 |
| Population Density | 265 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,244 ft (684 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.1755°, -89.7418° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Jutiapa |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.5 inches (1,333 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Atescatempa
Atescatempa is a small city in Guatemala (Jutiapa) with a population of 11,543. The city sits at an elevation of 2,244 feet (684 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Atescatempa
Atescatempa has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.8°C), the coldest is Dec (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 1790 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,244 ft (684 m) |
| Area | 43.6 sq mi (113.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 265/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.1755°N, 89.7418°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 80 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 145 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | - | - | 53 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chingo (6 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 6 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 18 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 22 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 32 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 38 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 40 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 69 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 8.8 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Atescatempa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in December to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.0").
Radio Stations near Atescatempa
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tribu FM (SV) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Jefa Radio El Salvador (SV) | banda, grupero | MP3 | |
| Radio Salem 92.5 (SV) | christian, educational | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Plenitud Radio (SV) | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Supra 90.5 FM (SV) | - | AAC | |
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Atescatempa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura de Santa Ana | ||||
| CWMuseo de la Moneda | ||||
| Museo "Stanley H. Boggs" | ||||
| Museo Ajá | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico "Casa Blanca" | ||||
| Museo de Anatomia Humana UNASA | ||||
| Museo Regional de Occidente |
Libraries in Atescatempa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Centro | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Miguel de Cervantes | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública David Granadino | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Atescatempa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feria Bitcoin de Emprendedores | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Colón | |||||
| Mercado de Pulgas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Anita Alvarado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Chalchuapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Chalchuapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Chalchuapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Jutiapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santa Ana Edificio 1 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Santa Ana, Edificio 2 | |||||
| Mercado Provisional |
Hotels in Atescatempa
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Atescatempa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Casa de las Muñecas | ||||
| Paris Hilton Cervecería |
Stadiums & Teams in Atescatempa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Atescatempa
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez | SAL | Large Airport |
| Ilopango International Airport | ILS | Medium Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| El Jocotillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Zapote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Cachas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Mesas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Atescatempa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Parroquia Santo Hermano Pedro |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Atescatempa
What is the population of Atescatempa?
Atescatempa has a population of 11,543 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 265 people per square mile, spread across 43.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Atescatempa?
Atescatempa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches.