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Bagaces, Costa Rica
Guanacaste Province · Costa Rica
Bagaces is a small town in Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica with a population of 4,108. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Bagaces
Bagaces is a district of the Bagaces canton, in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,108 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5254°, -85.2554° |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
| Country | 🇨🇷 Costa Rica |
| State / Province | Guanacaste Province |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.5 inches (1,917 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bagaces
Bagaces is a small town in Costa Rica (Guanacaste Province) with a population of 4,108. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.5 inches. The timezone is America/Costa_Rica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Costa Rica avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 343.3 sq mi (889.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5254°N, 85.2554°W |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 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 | - | 60 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 146 km |
| 1990 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 88 km |
| 2012 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | 2 | 49 km |
| 1952 | COSTA RICA-PANAMA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 49 km |
| 1924 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
| 1905 | GULF OF NICOYA | Earthquake | - | - | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Miravalles (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 27 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 35 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Arenal | Stratovolcano | 1,670 m (5,479 ft) | 2010 | 61 km |
| Platanar | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Poas | Stratovolcano | 2,708 m (8,885 ft) | 2019 | 118 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 120 km |
| Barva | Complex | 2,906 m (9,534 ft) | -6050 | 134 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 147 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 165 km |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 172 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 13.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
Bagaces has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in November to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 75.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Bagaces
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela El Arbolito | - | - | - | - |
| Escueal Agua Caliente | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo de Bagaces | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela General Tomás Guardia Gutiérrez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Llanos de Cortés | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Corazón de Jesús | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santa Fe | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Salitral | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela El Chile | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Celestino Álvarez Ruíz | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Pijije | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Falconiana | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Montenegro | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bagaces
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bagaces
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Gobernación | ||||
| Casa del General Tomás Guardia Gutiérrez | ||||
| Museo del Sabanero | ||||
| Museo Regional de Guanacaste |
Libraries in Bagaces
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Data Liberia | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Lic. Francisco Mayorga Rivas | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilbioteca Sede Guanacaste | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Divino Niño | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Huacas-Depot | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Kelson | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería La Suiza | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Robaco | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bagaces
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Managüita | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Bagaces | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cañas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Liberia |
Hotels in Bagaces
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bagaces
12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bagaces
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bagaces
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bagaces
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bagaces
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bagaces
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bagaces
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bagaces
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bagaces
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue River Brewery | ||||
| Colors Brewing |
Stadiums & Teams in Bagaces
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bagaces
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport | LIR | Large Airport |
| La Fortuna Arenal Airport | FON | Medium Airport |
| Los Chiles Airport | LSL | Medium Airport |
| Nosara Airport | NOB | Medium Airport |
| Upala Airport | UPL | Medium Airport |
| Aranjuez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cabo Velas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catsa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chacarita Airport | JAP | Small Airport |
| Ciruelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Codela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coyolar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dos Marías Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Cerrito Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Descanso de Poco Sol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flamingo Airport | FMG | Small Airport |
| Flying Crocodile Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Garza Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guanacaste Airport | NCT | Small Airport |
| Guatuso Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hacienda La Pacífica Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Islita Airport | PBP | Small Airport |
| La Cueva Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Flor Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Garroba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Guinea Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Javilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Zampoña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Zopilota Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Piedras Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Trancas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mojica Airport | CSC | Small Airport |
| Monte Alto Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monte Reina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palo Arco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pelon Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Peñas Blancas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Pájaros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Samara/Carrillo Airport | PLD | Small Airport |
| Rancho Humo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Agustin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | NCR | Small Airport |
| San Cristobal Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Cruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Marta Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Taboga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Talolinga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tamarindo Airport | TNO | Small Airport |
| Zapotal De Guanacaste Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bagaces
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Costa Rica - Bagaces |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bagaces
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Coraón de Jesús | |
| Iglesia Catolica de San Gerardo | |
| Iglesia de Agua Caliente | |
| Iglesia de Montano | |
| Iglesia de Montenegro | |
| Iglesia de Salitral | |
| Iglesia Llanos de Cortés | |
| Parroquia San Caralampio | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova | |
| Templo Bautista La Gracia |
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What is the population of Bagaces?
Bagaces has a population of 4,108 residents and is located in Costa Rica. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 343.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bagaces?
Bagaces has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.5 inches.