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Cantel, Guatemala
Quetzaltenango · Guatemala
Cantel is a mid-size city in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 42,142. Elevation: 7,756 ft (2,364 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cantel
Cantel är en kommunhuvudort i Guatemala. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Quetzaltenango, i den sydvästra delen av landet, 100 km väster om huvudstaden Guatemala City. Cantel ligger 2 375 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 26 063.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,142 |
| Population Density | 1,570 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,756 ft (2,364 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8115°, -91.4554° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quetzaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.5 inches (1,944 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cantel
Cantel is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Quetzaltenango) with a population of 42,142. The city sits at an elevation of 7,756 feet (2,364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Cantel
Cantel has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is May (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2406 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,756 ft (2,364 m) |
| Area | 26.9 sq mi (69.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,570/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8115°N, 91.4554°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | - | 29 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 103 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 75 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (7 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 7 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 12 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 71 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 72 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 79 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 104 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 134 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 14.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 9.6 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 10.3 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 14.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in |
Cantel has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 55°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 76.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.6") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Cantel
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Maya | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cantel
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | - | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cantel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Tzununya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Cantel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cantel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales |
Gas Stations in Cantel
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cantel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cantel
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cantel
What is the population of Cantel?
Cantel has a population of 42,142 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,570 people per square mile, spread across 26.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cantel?
Cantel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.5 inches.