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Canillá, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Canillá is a small town in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 1,698. Elevation: 3,980 ft (1,213 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Canillá
Canillá is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché with a surface area of 123 km2 and a population of 15,053 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,698 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,980 ft (1,213 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1655°, -90.8526° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.6 inches (2,048 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Canillá
Canillá is a small town in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 1,698. The city sits at an elevation of 3,980 feet (1,213 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.6 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,980 ft (1,213 m) |
| Area | 90.4 sq mi (234.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1655°N, 90.8526°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis 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 | - | 71 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 149 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (71 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 71 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 74 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 83 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 88 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 91 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 122 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 135 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 12.1 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 10.7 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 13.7 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 9.4 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in |
Canillá has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 60°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 80.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (1.5").
Radio Stations near Canillá
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Canillá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado antiguo | |||||
| plaza |
Stadiums & Teams in Canillá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Canillá
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Canillá
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Canillá
What is the population of Canillá?
Canillá has a population of 1,698 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 90.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Canillá?
Canillá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.6 inches.