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Cuilapa, Guatemala
Santa Rosa Department · Guatemala
Cuilapa is a mid-size city in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala with a population of 41,359. Elevation: 3,225 ft (983 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cuilapa
Cuilapa, also known as Santa Rosa Cuilapa, is a town, with a population of 41,359, in Guatemala. It serves as the capital of the department of Santa Rosa and as the administrative seat for the surrounding municipality of Cuilapa.
People
Climate
| Population | 41,359 |
| Population Density | 432 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,225 ft (983 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.2754°, -90.2987° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Santa Rosa Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,830 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cuilapa
Cuilapa is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Santa Rosa Department) with a population of 41,359. The city sits at an elevation of 3,225 feet (983 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Cuilapa
Cuilapa has an average annual temperature of 21.8°C (71°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Dec (19.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1468 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,225 ft (983 m) |
| Area | 95.8 sq mi (248.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 432/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.2754°N, 90.2987°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 | - | 110 km |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 122 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | - | - | 84 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Cuilapa-Barbarena (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 18 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 35 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 58 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 66 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 67 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 70 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 13.5 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 14.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Cuilapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 70°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.0") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in Cuilapa
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Tipo Federacion Domingo Faustino Sarmiento | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cuilapa
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Infinita | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala | 90.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala | 95.3 fm, español | MP3 | |
| La Jefa Radio El Salvador (SV) | banda, grupero | MP3 | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Clásica 102.5 Guatemala | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Red 106.1 Guatemala | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Actitud 100.9 | \, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Actitud | christian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Cuilapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MURB art museum |
Libraries in Cuilapa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Frrancisco Cuevas | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Jassmín | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cuilapa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Villa Canales | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Fraijanes |
Hotels in Cuilapa
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cuilapa
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cuilapa
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cuilapa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cuilapa
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| El Jocotillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Zapote Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | - | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cuilapa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catedral Niño Dios |
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What is the population of Cuilapa?
Cuilapa has a population of 41,359 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 432 people per square mile, spread across 95.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cuilapa?
Cuilapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.