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Chajul, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Chajul is a small city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 11,657. Elevation: 6,519 ft (1,987 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chajul
Chajul is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché. Chajul is part of the Ixil Community, along with San Juan Cotzal and Santa María Nebaj. The Ixil region is isolated by beautiful mountains and has maintained its rich Ixil Maya traditions and language. Chajul, Nebaj, and Cotzal make up the Ixil Region in the Department of Quiché in the Western Highlands of Guatemala. Having been at the heart of the 36-year civil war, Chajul experiences post-war challenges such as emotional trauma, land displacement, and fragmented families. Additionally, unemployment is high, large families live in one-room adobe houses with open cooking fires, opportunities for women are scarce, and family- and gender-based violence are common. The community has a corn-based agricultural economy in which adults struggle daily to feed their families and the average income is $1–3 per day. A 2002 study revealed that less than 1% of children graduate from high school as they are forced to leave school at a young age to help support the family household, leaving 75% of the adult population illiterate. Chajul further suffers from common preventable health concerns, such as respiratory illness, intestinal disease, tuberculosis, malnutrition, and death during childbirth. Eighty percent of the Chajul population lives in poverty.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,657 |
| Population Density | 43 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,519 ft (1,987 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4852°, -91.0352° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.3 inches (1,964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chajul
Chajul is a small city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 11,657. The city sits at an elevation of 6,519 feet (1,987 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Chajul
Chajul has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.5°C), the coldest is Dec (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1914 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,519 ft (1,987 m) |
| Area | 272.5 sq mi (705.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 43/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4852°N, 91.0352°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 95 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 93 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 98 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 111 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 114 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 122 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 131 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 163 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 175 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 11.5 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in |
Chajul has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and February the driest (1.8").
Libraries in Chajul
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliblioteca Parroquial. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chajul
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Gas Stations in Chajul
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chajul
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chajul
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | 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 |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chajul
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Xe' Ju'il |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chajul
What is the population of Chajul?
Chajul has a population of 11,657 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 43 people per square mile, spread across 272.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chajul?
Chajul enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.3 inches.