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Dolores, Guatemala
Petén · Guatemala
Dolores is a small city in Petén, Guatemala with a population of 10,604. Elevation: 1,404 ft (428 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Dolores
Dolores is a municipality in the El Petén department of Guatemala. It contains 26,269 people. The municipality includes the Maya archaeological sites of Ixkun, Ixtutz, Ixtonton and El Chal. The town is home to the Museo Regional del Sureste de Petén. It has an area of 3050km.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,604 |
| Population Density | 19 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,404 ft (428 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.5118°, -89.4170° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Petén |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 106.4 inches (2,703 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dolores
Dolores is a small city in Guatemala (Petén) with a population of 10,604. The city sits at an elevation of 1,404 feet (428 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 106.4 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Dolores
Dolores has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (27.7°C), the coldest is Dec (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1814 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.4°F |
| 40% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 164 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,404 ft (428 m) |
| Area | 545.0 sq mi (1,411.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.5118°N, 89.4170°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 | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (21°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 14.8 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 18.7 in | Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 14.8 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 13.9 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 10.8 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 5.9 in |
Dolores has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 71°F in January to 79°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 106.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (18.7") and April the driest (2.4").
Schools in Dolores
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta Barrio San Ramón | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta Barrio Nuevo Del Carmen | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Municipal de Educación Básica | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Dolores
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional del Sureste de Petén |
Hotels in Dolores
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Dolores
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Dolores
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dolores
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dolores
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Dolores
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Dolores
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mundo Maya International Airport | FRS | Medium Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Macanche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matthew Spain Airport | SQS | Small Airport |
| Poptún Airport | PON | Small Airport |
| Privassion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gorda Airport | PND | Small Airport |
| San Ignacio Town (Maya Flats) Airstrip | CYD | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolores
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Apostólica | |
| Iglesia Asamblea de Dios | |
| Iglesia Católica Colonial | |
| Iglesia de Dios Evangelio Completo | |
| Iglesia del Nazareno | |
| Iglesia Príncipe de Paz |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dolores
What is the population of Dolores?
Dolores has a population of 10,604 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 545.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dolores?
Dolores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 106.4 inches.