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Dolores, Nicaragua
Carazo Department · Nicaragua
Dolores is a small city in Carazo Department, Nicaragua with a population of 7,065. Elevation: 1,900 ft (579 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 7,065 |
| Population Density | 7,136 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,900 ft (579 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8562°, -86.2158° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Carazo Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Dolores
Dolores is a small city in Nicaragua (Carazo Department) with a population of 7,065. The city sits at an elevation of 1,900 feet (579 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Dolores
Dolores has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1261 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.2°F |
| 37% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,900 ft (579 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,136/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8562°N, 86.2158°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Masaya (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 15 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 31 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 45 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 45 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 72 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 74 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 88 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 90 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 108 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 127 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in |
Dolores has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (0.3").
Schools in Dolores
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Salinas Gutiérrez | — | — | — | — |
| El Guachipilin Los Ramos | — | — | — | — |
| Carazo Christian Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Dolores
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Nueva Radio | Nicaragua | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Conexión Romántica | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Cristo Viene Masaya Nicaragua | — | AAC | |
| Fiesta Latina 89.1 FM | bachata, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Monimbo Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Dolores
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Estacion del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Centro Cultural Alejandro Vega Matus | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes Volcán Masaya | ||||
| Museo Augusto C. Sandino | ||||
| Museo camilo ortega | ||||
| Museo de Héroes de Nandaime | ||||
| Museo del Folclor | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Nindiri | ||||
| Museo Nacudarí | ||||
| Old Railway Station of Masaya | ||||
| Volcán Masaya Museum |
Libraries in Dolores
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Darío | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Marvin Gaitán | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Polisal | 0.0 | |||||
| Puesto de lectura Libros para Niños | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dolores
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo mercadito | |||||
| Calle Miel Nicaragua | |||||
| Calle Miel Nicaragua | |||||
| Casa de las Artesanias | |||||
| Farmers Market Las Colinas | |||||
| Farmers Market Las Colinas | |||||
| Farmers Market Las Colinas | |||||
| Local market Ernesto Fernández | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Artesania | |||||
| Mercado De Artesania Masatepe | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanias de Masaya | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ernesto Fernandez | |||||
| Plaza de la cultura | |||||
| San Marcos Municipal Market |
Restaurants in Dolores
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Dolores
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa cervecera |
Stadiums & Teams in Dolores
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dolores
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Dolores
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clínica de la Audición | ||
| Clínica de Ortodoncia Dr. Alejandro Saldaña | ||
| Clínica del Hígado | ||
| Dispromedical | ||
| Dra. Deborah Elizabeth |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dolores
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de Dolores |
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What is the population of Dolores?
Dolores has a population of 7,065 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 7,136 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dolores?
Dolores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches.