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Cuapa, Nicaragua
Chontales Department · Nicaragua
Cuapa is a small town in Chontales Department, Nicaragua with a population of 2,400. Elevation: 1,050 ft (320 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About Cuapa
San Francisco de Cuapa is a municipality in the Chontales Department of Nicaragua. This municipality was created July 30, 1997 and is located in the northeast section of Chontales. Before that date, the town was part of the municipality of Juigalpa. Its area is about 277 km2 (107 sq mi). The principal business activity is the cattle and agriculture. 99% of the population is Catholic. The first mayor was Manuel Antonio Zelaya Meneses and the vice-mayor was Oscar Velasquez Gonzalez. They were elected in 1997.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,400 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2688°, -85.3821° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chontales Department |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.2 inches (1,630 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cuapa
Cuapa is a small town in Nicaragua (Chontales Department) with a population of 2,400. The city sits at an elevation of 1,050 feet (320 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Area | 647.9 sq mi (1,678.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.2688°N, 85.3821°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 147 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 85 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 91 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 103 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 104 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 127 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 144 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 146 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 160 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Cuapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in December to 80°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.6") and March the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Cuapa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock FM 105.5 | classic rock, death metal | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Cuapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea |
Libraries in Cuapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Profesor Alejandro Sequeira Hernández | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cuapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Mayales |
Stadiums & Teams in Cuapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cuapa
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cuapa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Cuapa |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cuapa
What is the population of Cuapa?
Cuapa has a population of 2,400 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 647.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cuapa?
Cuapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.2 inches.