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Chichicastenango, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Chichicastenango is a large city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 141,567. Elevation: 6,814 ft (2,077 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
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About Chichicastenango
Chichicastenango, also known as Santo Tomás Chichicastenango, is a town, with a population of 71,394, and the municipal seat for the surrounding municipality of the same name in the El Quiché department of Guatemala. It is located in a mountainous region about 140 km (87 mi) northwest of Guatemala City, at an altitude of 1,965 m (6,447 ft). The Spanish conquistadors gave the town its name from the Nahuatl name used by their allied soldiers from Tlaxcala: Tzitzicaztenanco, or City of Nettles. Its original name was Chaviar.
People
Climate
| Population | 141,567 |
| Population Density | 1,130 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,814 ft (2,077 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9433°, -91.1112° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.6 inches (1,919 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chichicastenango
Chichicastenango is a large city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 141,567. The city sits at an elevation of 6,814 feet (2,077 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.6 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Chichicastenango
Chichicastenango has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is May (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2406 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,814 ft (2,077 m) |
| Area | 125.3 sq mi (324.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,130/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9433°N, 91.1112°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 | — | 35 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 136 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 112 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 47 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 52 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 55 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 58 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 83 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 109 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 116 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 60°F (16°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 10.7 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 10.1 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 13.4 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 1.6 in |
Chichicastenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 55°F in January to 61°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 75.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Chichicastenango
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Escolar San Vicente de Paul, Tecpan Guatemala, Chimaltenango | College | — | — |
| Colegio ANUNCIATA | College | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional Básico Experimental Fray Francisco Jimenez | College | — | — |
| Instituto Tecnológico K'iche' | College | — | — |
| Universidad del Valle de Guatemala Campus Altiplano | College | — | — |
Schools in Chichicastenango
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EORM. Canton Xepol, Chichicastenango, Quiche | — | — | — | — |
| EORM. Canton Chupol, Chichicastenango, Quiche | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Cantón Chupol | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Comunal Indígena | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chichicastenango
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 Chichicastenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de Q'umarkaj | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in Chichicastenango
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chichicastenango
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| La Curacao | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in Chichicastenango
15 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chichicastenango
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chichicastenango
17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Chichicastenango
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Chichicastenango
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chichicastenango
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chichicastenango
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chichicastenango
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chichicastenango
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chichicastenango
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Chichicastenango
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chichicastenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in Chichicastenango
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chichicastenango
16 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 |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chichicastenango
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alpha y Omega | |
| Capilla del Calvario | |
| Iglesia Algo Nuevo | |
| Iglesia de Cristo | |
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia de Dios E.C. | |
| Iglesia de Santo Tomás | |
| Iglesia Evangélica de Oración Central | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Monte Sinai Pentecostes | |
| Iglesia La Luz del Mundo | |
| Iglesia La Luz Del Mundo | |
| Iglesia Misión Evangélica Priíncipe de Paz | |
| Iglesia Misión Evangélica Príncipe de Paz Pentecostes | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Misión Evangélica COPS Cristianos Obedientes Predicando Salvación | |
| Pascual Abaj | |
| Templo Adventista del Séptimo Día |
Quick Facts
Around Chichicastenango
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Chichicastenango
3 places within 15 km
- • Sitio Arqueológico Q'umarkaj
- • El Mirador
- • Mirador del lago
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chichicastenango
What is the population of Chichicastenango?
Chichicastenango has a population of 141,567 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,130 people per square mile, spread across 125.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chichicastenango?
Chichicastenango 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 60°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.6 inches.