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El Viejo, Nicaragua
Chinandega Department · Nicaragua
El Viejo is a mid-size city in Chinandega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 53,504. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About El Viejo
El Viejo is a city and a municipality in the Chinandega department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 53,504 |
| Population Density | 29 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.6635°, -87.1666° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chinandega Department |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.9 inches (1,698 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About El Viejo
El Viejo is a mid-size city in Nicaragua (Chinandega Department) with a population of 53,504. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in El Viejo
El Viejo has an average annual temperature of 28.5°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.1°C), the coldest is Nov (26.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1918 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.1°F |
| 50% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 1,826.1 sq mi (4,729.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 29/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.6635°N, 87.1666°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.9 m (32 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 9.9 m | 170 | 138 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 105 km |
| 1919 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Cristobal (18 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 18 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 36 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 53 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 55 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 56 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 73 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 90 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 101 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 110 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 132 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 155 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 11.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.0 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
El Viejo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 66.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (14.1") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in El Viejo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esc. Jacinto Boniche | — | — | — | — |
Museums in El Viejo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Chorotega Nicarao Enrique Mantica |
Libraries in El Viejo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municiap José Montealegre | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Biblia | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in El Viejo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito | |||||
| Mercado Central de Chinandega | |||||
| Mercado Central de El Viejo | |||||
| Mercado de El Viejo | |||||
| Mercado de Mayoreo El Bisne | |||||
| Mercado de Mayoreo El Bisne | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercosur (Mercado de Candelaria) |
Restaurants in El Viejo
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in El Viejo
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in El Viejo
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in El Viejo
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in El Viejo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near El Viejo
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tamarindo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Viejo
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basílica de El Viejo | |
| iglesia esquipulas | |
| Iglesia San José | |
| Santuario Nacional Basílica de Nuestra Señora de la Inmaculada Concepción |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near El Viejo
20 places within 15 km
- • Ferretería Aladino
- • Cerro El Palacio
- • Cerro El Zopilote
- • Cerro La Fortaleza o Tepoltepe
- • Cerro Monte Rosa
- • Cerro San Juan
- + 13 more
- • CT:08 CD0002
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Viejo
What is the population of El Viejo?
El Viejo has a population of 53,504 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 1,826.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in El Viejo?
El Viejo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.9 inches.