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Chiché, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Chiché is a small town in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 2,406. Elevation: 6,591 ft (2,009 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chiché
Chiché is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,406 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,591 ft (2,009 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0089°, -91.0638° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 73.9 inches (1,878 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chiché
Chiché is a small town in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 2,406. The city sits at an elevation of 6,591 feet (2,009 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 203 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,591 ft (2,009 m) |
| Area | 125.3 sq mi (324.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0089°N, 91.0638°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 | - | 44 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 145 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 54 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 60 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 60 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 63 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 70 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 86 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 113 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 118 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57°F (14°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 1.2 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 10.5 in | |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 12.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in |
Chiché has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 57°F in January to 63°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 73.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near Chiché
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Chiché
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de Q'umarkaj | ||||
| Museo Regional |
Libraries in Chiché
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chiché
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| La Curacao | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado antiguo | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| plaza | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Gas Stations in Chiché
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chiché
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos |
Stadiums & Teams in Chiché
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chiché
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chiché
What is the population of Chiché?
Chiché has a population of 2,406 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 125.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chiché?
Chiché enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.