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Capellades, Costa Rica
Cartago Province · Costa Rica
Capellades is a small town in Cartago Province, Costa Rica with a population of 993. Elevation: 5,394 ft (1,644 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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About Capellades
Capellades is a town in Catalonia, Spain, located in the south of the comarca of Anoia, some sixty metres above the Anoia river where it cuts through the Catalan Coastal Range. The C-15 trunk road from Vilafranca del Penedès and the FGC railway line R6 from Martorell and Barcelona run along the river valley below the town on their way to Igualada. It is about one hour from Barcelona by car, bus or train.
People
Climate
| Population | 993 |
| Population Density | 75 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,394 ft (1,644 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.9217°, -83.7853° |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
| Country | 🇨🇷 Costa Rica |
| State / Province | Cartago Province |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 160.2 inches (4,070 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Capellades
Capellades is a small town in Costa Rica (Cartago Province) with a population of 993. The city sits at an elevation of 5,394 feet (1,644 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 160.2 inches. The timezone is America/Costa_Rica.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above Costa Rica avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,394 ft (1,644 m) |
| Area | 13.3 sq mi (34.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.9217°N, 83.7853°W |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1991 | LIMON, PANDORA | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 90 | 82 km |
| 1990 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 2019 | IRAZU VOLCANO | Explosion | — | — | 10 km |
| 1924 | COSTA RICA | Earthquake | — | — | 88 km |
| 1905 | GULF OF NICOYA | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1822 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 98 km |
| 1798 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 102 km |
| 1746 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Irazu (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 10 km |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 12 km |
| Barva | Complex | 2,906 m (9,534 ft) | -6050 | 42 km |
| Poas | Stratovolcano | 2,708 m (8,885 ft) | 2019 | 58 km |
| Platanar | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Arenal | Stratovolcano | 1,670 m (5,479 ft) | 2010 | 117 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 176 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 8.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 67°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 11.4 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 13.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 12.1 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 12.3 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 13.9 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 11.9 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 11.5 in |
Capellades has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 63°F in January to 68°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 123.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (13.9") and March the driest (4.1").
Schools in Capellades
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela El Volcán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Llano Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mario Pacheco Sáenz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Argentina Góngora de Robert | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Pastora | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Pablo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Reunión | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Pastora | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Santa Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Calle Vargas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Sitio de las Abras | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Virtudes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Lourdes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Alberto González Soto | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Sitio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Manuel Jiménez de la Guardia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Luis Cruz Meza | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Manuel Emilio Rodríguez Echaverría | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Miguel Picado Barquero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Encarnación Gamboa | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Cecilio Lindo Morales | — | — | — | — |
| CEN-CINAI | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico Profesional Agropecuario de Pacayas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pbro. Juan de Dios Trejos | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Capellades
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Musical 97.5 | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Urbano 106 - 105.9 FM - San José, Costa Rica | 105.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 1047hit | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Omega 105.1 FM | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Frecuencia Tierra | costa rica | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Teletica Radio | información, local news | UNKNOWN | |
| IQ Radio | alternative, costa rica | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| 959 Conexion | alternative, alternative rock | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dabar | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio María Costa Rica - 100.7 FM | catholic, religious | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Tiquicia Rock | alternative, grunge | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dabar Radio | cristiana, gospel | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Mil Recuerdos Stereo | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| IQ Radio 105.5 FM | — | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| Radio Revolución | news | MP3 |
Museums in Capellades
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Casa del Soñador (Dreamer's House) | ||||
| Museo Convento Franciscano San José de Orosi | ||||
| Museo de la Ciudad de los Niños | ||||
| Museo Leone de Ujarrás | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Cartago | ||||
| Museo Omar Salazar Obando | ||||
| Volcano Museum Noche Buena |
Libraries in Capellades
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Conmemorativa Orton | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca del Benemérito Liceo Franco-Costarricense | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Digital | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca José Figueres Ferrer | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Lic. Rodolfo Valverde Segura | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Paracito | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de La Suiza | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública de La Unión | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Sede del Atlántico | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Sede del Atlántico 2 | 0.0 | |||||
| Centro de la Cultura Cartaginesa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Capellades
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporación Hortícola Nacional | |||||
| Feria del Agricultor | |||||
| Feria del Agricultor Oreamuno | |||||
| Feria del Agricultor San Isidro | |||||
| Mercadito Azul | |||||
| Mercado Muncipal de Cartago | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Paraíso | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Turrialba |
Hotels in Capellades
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Capellades
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Capellades
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Capellades
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Capellades
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Capellades
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Capellades
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Capellades
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Capellades
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Labrador | ||
| Estadio Manolo Amador | ||
| Estadio Manuel Sanabria |
Airports Near Capellades
48 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Santamaría International Airport | SJO | Large Airport |
| Aerotortuguero Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Guapiles Airport | GPL | Medium Airport |
| Quepos Managua Airport | XQP | Medium Airport |
| Tobías Bolaños International Airport | SYQ | Medium Airport |
| Aerodamas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altagracia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira de San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altomonte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Atirro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Babilonia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra de Parismina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra del Tortuguero | TTQ | Small Airport |
| Bataan (Monte Libano) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boca Naranjo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bremen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cajuela/San Isidro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Carrizal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dole Venecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duacari 2 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen de Siquirres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ceibo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ron Ron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esterillos / Finca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Frutez - Pital Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda La Suerte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Rancho Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Rio Cuarto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Bonita Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Ligia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Islas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playon Sur Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Portalón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quebrada Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quebrada Naranjo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Nuevo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Frio / Progreso Airport | RFR | Small Airport |
| Roxana Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Alberto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Isidro del General Airport | IPZ | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara De Guapiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Fe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria De Guacimo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sarapigui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ticaban Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yucatica Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Capellades
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Costa Rica - Juan Viñas |
Treatment Centers in Capellades
16 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Odontológico CCSS San Juan - San Diego - Concepción | ||
| Clínica OyeMas | ||
| Consultorio Integral Esperanza | ||
| Ebais Concepción Norte | ||
| Ebais de Patarrá | ||
| Ebais Granadilla Norte | ||
| Ebais Ipís - Zetillal | ||
| Ebais Linda Vista | ||
| Ebais Paracito | ||
| Ebais Tirrases | ||
| Ebais Villas de Ayarco | ||
| INS- Centro de Salud Preferencial de Cartago | ||
| Laboratorio Clinico Medico | ||
| Laboratorio Labín | ||
| Sáenz Renauld Laboratorios Clinicos | ||
| Star Medical |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Capellades
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla de Lourdes | |
| Capilla de Patalillo | |
| Ermita de Buenos Aires | |
| Iglesia de Calle Vargas | |
| Iglesia de La Central | |
| Iglesia de La Pastora | |
| Iglesia de Las Virtudes | |
| Iglesia de Llano Grande | |
| Iglesia de Mesas | |
| Iglesia de Naranjito | |
| Iglesia de Naranjo | |
| Iglesia de Reunión | |
| Iglesia de San Martín | |
| Iglesia de San Martín | |
| Iglesia de San Pablo | |
| Iglesia Santiago de Paraíso | |
| Parroquia Inmaculada Concepción de María | |
| Parroquia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | |
| Parroquia San Francisco Javier | |
| Parroquia San Vicente de Paul |
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What is the population of Capellades?
Capellades has a population of 993 residents and is located in Costa Rica. The population density is 75 people per square mile, spread across 13.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Capellades?
Capellades enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 311 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 160.2 inches.