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Corinto, Nicaragua
Chinandega Department · Nicaragua
Corinto is a small city in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 19,183. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 19,183 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.4825°, -87.1730° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chinandega Department |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,780 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Corinto
Corinto is a small city in Nicaragua (Chinandega Department) with a population of 19,183. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Corinto
Corinto 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 | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 302.3 sq mi (782.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.4825°N, 87.1730°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 | 119 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 103 km |
| 1919 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Cristobal (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 31 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 39 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 51 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 53 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 69 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 70 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 94 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 101 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 123 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 150 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.2 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.2 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.7 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Corinto has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 80°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 70.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.8") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Corinto
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rvdo Jose Shendell | — | — | — | — |
| Ruben Dario | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Corinto
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Chorotega Nicarao Enrique Mantica |
Libraries in Corinto
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municiap José Montealegre | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Biblia | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Corinto
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito | |||||
| 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 Corinto
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Corinto
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Corinto
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Corinto
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Corinto
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Corinto
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Corinto
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Corinto
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tamarindo 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 Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Corinto
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia |
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What is the population of Corinto?
Corinto has a population of 19,183 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 302.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Corinto?
Corinto 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 82°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches.