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El Jícaro, Guatemala
El Progreso · Guatemala
El Jícaro is a small town in El Progreso, Guatemala with a population of 4,242. Elevation: 837 ft (255 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
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About El Jícaro
El Jícaro is a town and municipality in the El Progreso department of Guatemala. Its population as of 2023 is 13,527.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,242 |
| Population Density | 69 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9133°, -89.8965° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | El Progreso |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,139 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Jícaro
El Jícaro is a small town in Guatemala (El Progreso) with a population of 4,242. The city sits at an elevation of 837 feet (255 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 61.9 sq mi (160.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 69/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9133°N, 89.8965°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 | — | 147 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 97 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 58 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 65 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 96 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 101 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in |
El Jícaro has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near El Jícaro
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in El Jícaro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Guastatoya |
Gas Stations in El Jícaro
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Jícaro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Jícaro
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Jícaro
What is the population of El Jícaro?
El Jícaro has a population of 4,242 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 61.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Jícaro?
El Jícaro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.