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Belén, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
Belén is a small city in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 5,415. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Belén
Belén is a municipality in the Rivas department of Nicaragua with approximately 22,000 inhabitants.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,415 |
| Population Density | 32 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5030°, -85.8894° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.0 inches (1,499 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Belén
Belén is a small city in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 5,415. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.0 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 169.0 sq mi (437.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 32/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5030°N, 85.8894°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 | — | 112 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Zapatera (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 29 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 37 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 61 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 83 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 96 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 97 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 116 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 124 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 140 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Belén has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 59.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.0") and February the driest (0.1").
Schools in Belén
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Las Banderas | — | — | — | — |
| San isidro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Belén
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Conexión Romántica | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Monimbo Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Belén
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Hitoria y Antrpología de Rivas | ||||
| Museos El Ceibo |
Libraries in Belén
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Belén
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Mercado de Rivas | |||||
| Market SJDS | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza del Arte |
Banks in Belén
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Belén
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large 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 |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Belén
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| San Luis de Chacalada |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Belén
What is the population of Belén?
Belén has a population of 5,415 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 32 people per square mile, spread across 169.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Belén?
Belén has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.0 inches.