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Chisec, Guatemala
Alta Verapaz · Guatemala
Chisec is a small city in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 17,018. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chisec
Chisec is a town and municipality in the north of the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz that was founded in 1813. It is situated at 230 metres (755 ft) above sea level. The municipality covers a territory of 1,244 km2.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,018 |
| Population Density | 27 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.8131°, -90.2890° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Alta Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 167.3 inches (4,249 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chisec
Chisec is a small city in Guatemala (Alta Verapaz) with a population of 17,018. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet (223 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 167.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Chisec
Chisec has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (29.4°C), the coldest is Dec (22.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1771 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.9°F |
| 42% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 113 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 622.5 sq mi (1,612.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 27/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.8131°N, 90.2890°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 157 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 158 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 159 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 162 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 163 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 174 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 179 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 10.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 6.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Driest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 19.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 22.7 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 19.6 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 22.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 21.4 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 14.3 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 9.5 in |
Chisec has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 73°F in January to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 167.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.8") and April the driest (5.0").
Radio Stations near Chisec
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Chisec
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Chisec |
Hotels in Chisec
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chisec
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chisec
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chisec
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chisec
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Chisec
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sayaxché Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tikindustrias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chisec
What is the population of Chisec?
Chisec has a population of 17,018 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 622.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chisec?
Chisec has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 113 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 167.3 inches.