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Chicamán, Guatemala

Quiché · Guatemala

Chicamán is a small town in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 2,090. Elevation: 4,797 ft (1,462 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,090 Population 4/sq mi density
4,797 ft Elevation 1,462 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
105.3 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Chicamán

Chicamán is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché.

People

Population2,090
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain105.3 in/yr
Sunny Days159/yr
Elevation4,797 ft (1,462 m)
Population2,090
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation4,797 ft (1,462 m)
Coordinates15.3479°, -90.7997°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceQuiché
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation105.3 inches (2,675 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Chicamán

Chicamán is a small town in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 2,090. The city sits at an elevation of 4,797 feet (1,462 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 105.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Chicamán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 105.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,797 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Guatemala avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days159 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,797 ft (1,462 m)
Area542.7 sq mi (1,405.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates15.3479°N, 90.7997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 105.3"
177% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 15.51"
Driest Month (Mar) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

636 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 19, 2025.

Jun 14, 2017 2 km SSW of San Pablo, Guatemala M6.9 139 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 130 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 27 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 97 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 102 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 122 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 148 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 81 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 66 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 129 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 144 km
Aug 25, 2003 5 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 149 km
Apr 10, 1994 3 km E of Pajapita, Guatemala M6.0 147 km
Jan 23, 2001 13 km NW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M5.9 148 km
Dec 12, 1999 0 km SSW of Sololá, Guatemala M5.8 77 km
Aug 22, 1993 Guatemala M5.8 124 km
Oct 17, 2000 4 km ENE of Nuevo Amatenango, Mexico M5.8 138 km
Jun 18, 2018 12 km SW of Guanagazapa, Guatemala M5.7 135 km
Jul 8, 2025 3 km SSW of Amatitlán, Guatemala M5.7 101 km
May 3, 2004 4 km SSW of Santa María de Jesús, Guatemala M5.7 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Richard (2010).

Year Name Category Closest
2010 Richard Category 2 285 km
2001 Iris Category 4 244 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (92 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 92 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 95 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 98 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 98 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 99 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 104 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 110 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 121 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 139 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 141 km
Tacana Stratovolcano 4,064 m (13,333 ft) 1986 143 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 145 km
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 146 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 151 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 152 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in Driest
April 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
May 67°F (19°C) 7.3 in Warmest
June 66°F (19°C) 15.3 in
July 65°F (19°C) 15.5 in Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 13.0 in
September 65°F (18°C) 14.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 12.1 in
November 62°F (17°C) 7.6 in
December 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in

Chicamán has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 60°F in January to 67°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 105.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (15.5") and March the driest (3.2").

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Radio Stations near Chicamán

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM cristiana, educational AAC 64 kbps

Farmers Markets in Chicamán

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
Mercado
mercado antiguo
plaza

Hotels in Chicamán

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel doña juanita

Restaurants in Chicamán

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

House of Blues
House of Blues
House of Blues
House of Blues
House of Blues
House of Blues
House of Blues
House of Blues
Media Luna Restaurant

Bus Stations in Chicamán

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bus Stop Minibuses

Gas Stations in Chicamán

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

San Rafael

Stadiums & Teams in Chicamán

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Airports Near Chicamán

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coban AirportCBVMedium Airport
Rubelsanto AirportRUVMedium Airport
Barillas upper-Small Airport
Canilla Airport-Small Airport
Chajul Airport-Small Airport
Chisec Airport-Small Airport
Cuarto Pueblo Airport-Small Airport
Flore del Norte Airport-Small Airport
Huehuetenango AirportHUGSmall 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 AirportPKJSmall Airport
Quezaltenango AirportAAZSmall Airport
Quiché AirportAQBSmall Airport
Rancho Pal-Small Airport
San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria-Small Airport
San Pedro Cotija Airport-Small Airport
Santiago Airport-Small Airport
Uspantan Airport-Small Airport
Xalbal-Small Airport
Zacualpa Airport-Small 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 Chicamán

What is the population of Chicamán?

Chicamán has a population of 2,090 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 542.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chicamán?

Chicamán enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 105.3 inches.

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