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Barillas, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
Barillas is a small city in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 14,100. Elevation: 4,797 ft (1,462 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 14,100 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,797 ft (1,462 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8036°, -91.3158° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 145.7 inches (3,700 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Barillas
Barillas is a small city in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 14,100. The city sits at an elevation of 4,797 feet (1,462 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 145.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Barillas
Barillas has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is May (25.2°C), the coldest is Dec (18.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1436 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 69.3°F |
| 28% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 142 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,797 ft (1,462 m) |
| Area | 459.1 sq mi (1,189.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8036°N, 91.3158°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 129 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (113 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 113 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 114 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 119 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 152 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 155 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 176 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 4.7 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 21.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 23.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 19.4 in | |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 20.7 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 16.9 in | |
| November | 67°F (20°C) | 9.4 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 6.7 in |
Barillas has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 65°F in January to 73°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 145.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (23.9") and March the driest (3.9").
Schools in Barillas
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shool Music Staccato | - | - | - | - |
| Music School Staccato | - | - | - | - |
| School Staccato Music | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Barillas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Soloma (Actualemnte en disputa con la iglesia) | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No.1 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No.2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No1 | |||||
| Mercado y Terminal de Santa Eulalia | |||||
| Municipal Market |
Hotels in Barillas
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Barillas
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Barillas
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Barillas
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Barillas
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Barillas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Barillas
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | - | Small Airport |
| San Antonio Copalar Airport | CJT | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
| Yalcok Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barillas
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| EVANGELIO COMPLETO | |
| Jesús Slava |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Barillas?
Barillas has a population of 14,100 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 459.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Barillas?
Barillas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 145.7 inches.