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Chahal, Guatemala

Alta Verapaz · Guatemala

Chahal is a small city in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 7,465. Elevation: 584 ft (178 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).

7,465 Population 31/sq mi density
584 ft Elevation 178 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 25°C
135.8 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Chahal

Chahal

Chahal är en ort i Guatemala. Den ligger i departementet Departamento de Alta Verapaz, i den centrala delen av landet, 160 km nordost om huvudstaden Guatemala City. Chahal Guatemala ligger 174 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 7 465.

People

Population7,465
Density31/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (25°C)
Rain135.8 in/yr
Sunny Days146/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Population7,465
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Coordinates15.7912°, -89.6052°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceAlta Verapaz
Average Temperature78°F (25°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation135.8 inches (3,450 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chahal

Chahal is a small city in Guatemala (Alta Verapaz) with a population of 7,465. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet (178 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Chahal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 135.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average77.6°F
44% above Guatemala avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days146 days/yr

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area237.6 sq mi (615.3 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates15.7912°N, 89.6052°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 135.8"
257% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 25.39"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.66"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

94 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 22, 2025.

Jul 11, 1999 16 km N of Potrerillos, Honduras M6.7 136 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 150 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 132 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 149 km
Dec 19, 1995 3 km WNW of Tucurú, Guatemala M5.4 80 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 121 km
Apr 23, 2012 28 km NNE of El Estor, Guatemala M5.2 42 km
Aug 25, 2021 11 km NNE of Pinalejo, Honduras M5.2 140 km
Jun 25, 2001 7 km ESE of Chicamán, Guatemala M5.2 133 km
Jun 14, 2009 6 km S of San Cristóbal Verapaz, Guatemala M5.1 116 km
Jan 11, 2010 9 km ESE of Morales, Guatemala M5.1 99 km
Sep 25, 2022 24 km NE of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M5.1 129 km
Jun 12, 2024 5 km N of San Pedro Ayampuc, Guatemala M4.9 141 km
May 31, 2008 4 km NW of Emiliano Zapata, Mexico M4.8 126 km
Jul 11, 1999 11 km N of Puerto Barrios, Guatemala M4.8 107 km
Dec 13, 2001 12 km NNE of Tucurú, Guatemala M4.7 67 km
Jan 4, 2018 11 km N of San Cristóbal Verapaz, Guatemala M4.6 108 km
Nov 8, 2000 1 km ENE of El Jícaro, Guatemala M4.6 102 km
Aug 2, 2012 8 km WNW of Lucerna, Honduras M4.6 149 km
Jul 19, 1999 2 km NW of Potrerillos, Honduras M4.6 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lisa (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Lisa Category 1 218 km
2020 Nana Category 1 179 km
2016 Earl Category 1 194 km
2010 Richard Category 2 184 km
2001 Iris Category 4 107 km
2000 Keith Category 4 278 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

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 75 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (107 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 107 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 138 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 153 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 155 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 156 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 165 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 170 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 170 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 184 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 186 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 190 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 192 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 193 km
Yojoa, Lake Volcanic field 1,090 m (3,576 ft) Unknown 196 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in Coldest
February 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in
March 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in
April 80°F (26°C) 3.7 in Driest
May 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest
June 80°F (27°C) 18.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 25.4 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 19.8 in
September 79°F (26°C) 18.5 in
October 78°F (25°C) 13.1 in
November 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.1 in

Chahal has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 135.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (25.4") and April the driest (3.7").

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Hotels in Chahal

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Oasis Chiyú

Airports Near Chahal

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chisec AirportSmall Airport
El Estor AirportSmall Airport
Fray Bartolome AirportSmall Airport
Las Vegas AirportLCFSmall Airport
Poptún AirportPONSmall Airport
Sayaxché AirportSmall Airport
Tikindustrias AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

🇬🇹 About Guatemala

Capital Guatemala City
Population 17,247,807
Area 108,890 km²
GDP (USD) $104,368,755,055
GDP per capita $5,758
HDI 0.662
Life expectancy 72.6 years
Internet users 56.1%
Urban population 55.6%
Currency GTQ (Quetzal)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +502
TLD .gt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Guatemala

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
Jun 30 Army Day Army Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 20 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chahal

What is the population of Chahal?

Chahal has a population of 7,465 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 237.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chahal?

Chahal has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.8 inches.

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