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Cahabón, Guatemala
Alta Verapaz · Guatemala
Cahabón is a small town in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 4,671. Elevation: 761 ft (232 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Cahabón
Cahabón is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz. It lies at an altitude of 250m above sea level and covers an area of 900 km². The population is 31,425. The annual festival is from September 1 to 8.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,671 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.6066°, -89.8117° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Alta Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 134.9 inches (3,426 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cahabón
Cahabón is a small town in Guatemala (Alta Verapaz) with a population of 4,671. The city sits at an elevation of 761 feet (232 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 134.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.2°F |
| 43% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 149 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Area | 288.4 sq mi (747.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.6066°N, 89.8117°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (91 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 160 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 168 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 170 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 174 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 18.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 24.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 19.3 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 19.3 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 13.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 5.2 in |
Cahabón has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 134.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (24.9") and February the driest (3.6").
Banks in Cahabón
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cahabón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cahabón
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poptún Airport | PON | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cahabón?
Cahabón has a population of 4,671 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 288.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cahabón?
Cahabón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 149 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 134.9 inches.