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Catarina, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
Catarina is a small town in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 3,040. Elevation: 761 ft (232 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About Catarina
Catarina is a municipality in the San Marcos department of Guatemala. It is recognised as different municipality on 20 January 1925, when it split from Malacatán municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,040 |
| Population Density | 25 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8535°, -92.0768° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Catarina
Catarina is a small town in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 3,040. The city sits at an elevation of 761 feet (232 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Catarina
Catarina has an average annual temperature of 29°C (84°F). The hottest month is Apr (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (28.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2087 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 761 ft (232 m) |
| Area | 123.7 sq mi (320.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 25/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8535°N, 92.0768°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 | — | 93 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 98 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 63 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 31 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 57 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 60 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 135 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 136 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 167 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 15.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 22.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 18.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 21.2 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 25.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 21.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in |
Catarina has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 63°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 143.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (25.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Catarina
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Catarina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archaeological Museum of Soconusco | ||||
| Casa de Cultura |
Libraries in Catarina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Tapachula | 0.0 | |||||
| Liberira La Excelencia | 0.0 | |||||
| Libreria El Maestro | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Catarina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado "Los Laureles" | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Los cerritos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Cacahoatán | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Pajapita | |||||
| Mercado Publico | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado San Juan | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Mercado Sebastian Escobar | |||||
| Metamercado | |||||
| San Juan |
Breweries in Catarina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capricornio | ||||
| Capricornio | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula | ||||
| Corona de Tapachula |
Stadiums & Teams in Catarina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Catarina
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Providencia de Acapetahua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Catarina
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL 20 DE NOVIEMBRE | ||
| UNIDAD MEDICA RURAL COLONIA EL VERGEL |
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What is the population of Catarina?
Catarina has a population of 3,040 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 123.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Catarina?
Catarina enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.