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Esquipulas, Guatemala
Chiquimula · Guatemala
Esquipulas is a small city in Chiquimula, Guatemala with a population of 20,674. Elevation: 3,087 ft (941 m). Average temperature: 71°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Esquipulas
Esquipulas, officially Municipality of Esquipulas, whose original name was Yzquipulas, is a town, with a population of 18,667, and a municipality located in the department of Chiquimula, in eastern Guatemala. Esquipulas' main attraction is the beautiful Black Christ located in the Basilica of Esquipulas, making the town an important place of Catholic pilgrimage for Central America. It is also one of the most important towns of the country and one that has had the most economic and cultural growth.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,674 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,087 ft (941 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5657°, -89.3517° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chiquimula |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.7 inches (1,287 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Esquipulas
Esquipulas is a small city in Guatemala (Chiquimula) with a population of 20,674. The city sits at an elevation of 3,087 feet (941 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Esquipulas
Esquipulas has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (25.1°C), the coldest is Dec (19.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1799 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,087 ft (941 m) |
| Area | 286.6 sq mi (742.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5657°N, 89.3517°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 120 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 89 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | - | - | 108 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ipala (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 80 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 85 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 69°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 9.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 9.5 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 67°F (20°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
Esquipulas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 67°F in December to 73°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.7") and March the driest (0.4").
Schools in Esquipulas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INBECC | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Esquipulteco | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
| Instituto Básico Esquipulteco en Ciencias Comerciales | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio San Benito | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Esquipulas
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Esquipulas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Arte Trifinio El Salvador | ||||
| Museo Fernando Llort |
Libraries in Esquipulas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Esquipulas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| MERCADO MUNICIPAL | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Bendición |
Hotels in Esquipulas
12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Esquipulas
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Esquipulas
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Esquipulas
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Esquipulas
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Esquipulas
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Esquipulas
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Esquipulas
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Esquipulas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Esquipulas
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Esquipulas
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Basílica de Esquipulas | |
| Capilla Cruz Alta | |
| Iglesia de San Francisco Belén | |
| Iglesia de Santiago Apóstol | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Esquipulas?
Esquipulas has a population of 20,674 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 286.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Esquipulas?
Esquipulas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.7 inches.