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Chichigalpa, Nicaragua
Chinandega Department · Nicaragua
Chichigalpa is a mid-size city in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 33,137. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Chichigalpa
Chichigalpa o Chichicapan (nahuat) is a town and municipality in the Chinandega Department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,137 |
| Population Density | 246 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.5704°, -87.0280° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chinandega Department |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.9 inches (1,698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chichigalpa
Chichigalpa is a mid-size city in Nicaragua (Chinandega Department) with a population of 33,137. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Chichigalpa
Chichigalpa has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.1°C), the coldest is Nov (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1918 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 134.6 sq mi (348.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 246/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.5704°N, 87.0280°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.9 m (32 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 9.9 m | 170 | 135 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 119 km |
| 1919 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 120 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Cristobal (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 15 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 21 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 36 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 38 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 56 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 74 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 83 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 92 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 114 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
Chichigalpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.1") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Chichigalpa
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Francisca González | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Víctor Manuel Soto Gutiérrez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rubén Darío | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Gilberto Ramírez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Profesor Flores Rojas | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Nuevo Amanecer | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Leonardo Montalván | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Chichigalpa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Archivo Alfonso Cortez | ||||
| Museo Archivo Rubén Darío | ||||
| Museo Chorotega Nicarao Enrique Mantica | ||||
| Museo de Arte Fundación Ortiz-Gurdián | ||||
| Museo de la Revolución | ||||
| Museo de Leyendas y Tradiciones | ||||
| Museo Entomológico | ||||
| Museum Adiact |
Libraries in Chichigalpa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municiap José Montealegre | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Biblia | 0.0 | |||||
| Facultad Derecho UNAN León | 0.0 | |||||
| Mariano Fiallos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chichigalpa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anexo Mercado Central | |||||
| Cerdo | |||||
| Mercadito | |||||
| Mercadito nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central de Chinandega | |||||
| Mercado Central de El Viejo | |||||
| Mercado de El Viejo | |||||
| Mercado de Mayoreo El Bisne | |||||
| Mercado de Mayoreo El Bisne | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercosur (Mercado de Candelaria) |
Restaurants in Chichigalpa
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Chichigalpa
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chichigalpa
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chichigalpa
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chichigalpa
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Chichigalpa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chichigalpa
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chichigalpa
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia El Calvario | |
| Iglesia Samaria | |
| Iglesia San Blass | |
| Iglesia Virgen de Guadalupe |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chichigalpa
What is the population of Chichigalpa?
Chichigalpa has a population of 33,137 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 246 people per square mile, spread across 134.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chichigalpa?
Chichigalpa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.9 inches.