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Comitancillo, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
Comitancillo is a mid-size city in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 59,489. Elevation: 7,451 ft (2,271 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Comitancillo
Comitancillo is a town and municipality in the San Marcos department of Guatemala.The spoken language is Mam.The municipality was founded by the Spaniards between 1633 and 1648 year. There is an archaeological site called Chipel, with remains of the Mam culture.
People
Climate
| Population | 59,489 |
| Population Density | 888 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,451 ft (2,271 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0894°, -91.7497° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.2 inches (1,529 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Comitancillo
Comitancillo is a mid-size city in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 59,489. The city sits at an elevation of 7,451 feet (2,271 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Comitancillo
Comitancillo has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Apr (20.5°C), the coldest is Jan (17.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2930 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.8°F |
| 3% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,451 ft (2,271 m) |
| Area | 67.0 sq mi (173.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 888/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0894°N, 91.7497°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 | - | 73 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 124 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tacana (39 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 39 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 41 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 43 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 115 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 116 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 146 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 178 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 56°F (14°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 11.6 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 8.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 7.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 0.6 in |
Comitancillo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 52°F in January to 58°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.8") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Comitancillo
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | - | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Comitancillo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Comitancillo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Comitancillo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Clinics in Comitancillo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Comitancillo
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Comitancillo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Comitancillo
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | - | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Comitancillo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Comitancillo
17 places within 15 km
- • Los Arcos
- • Cerro El Jícaro
- • Cerro San Antonio o Cerro Saquibutz
- • Cumbre de Las Barrancas
- • Acceso a avenida el reformador
- • Acceso zona 4
- • Entrada a San José caben
- • Entrada a San José caben
- • Molinos
- + 8 more
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Comitancillo
What is the population of Comitancillo?
Comitancillo has a population of 59,489 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 888 people per square mile, spread across 67.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Comitancillo?
Comitancillo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.2 inches.