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Grey Town, Nicaragua
Río San Juan Department · Nicaragua
Grey Town is a small town in Río San Juan Department, Nicaragua with a population of 642. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Grey Town
Greytown, formerly known as San Juan de la Cruz, is a coastal town in Río San Juan Department in Nicaragua. It is located at the mouth of the San Juan River and serves as the administrative centre of the municipality of San Juan de Nicaragua. The town is notable for its pivotal geopolitical role in the 19th century during disputes between United Kingdom, the United States, and Nicaragua over regional dominance, canal access, and sovereignty over the Kingdom of Mosquitia.
People
Climate
| Population | 642 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.9468°, -83.7347° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Río San Juan Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 150.0 inches (3,811 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Grey Town
Grey Town is a small town in Nicaragua (Río San Juan Department) with a population of 642. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 150.0 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 109 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 1,089.6 sq mi (2,822.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.9468°N, 83.7347°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 138 km |
| 2019 | IRAZU VOLCANO | Explosion | — | — | 108 km |
| 1798 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 123 km |
| 1746 | MATINA | Earthquake | — | — | 123 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Barva (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Barva | Complex | 2,906 m (9,534 ft) | -6050 | 99 km |
| Poas | Stratovolcano | 2,708 m (8,885 ft) | 2019 | 99 km |
| Platanar | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Turrialba | Stratovolcano | 3,340 m (10,958 ft) | 2019 | 103 km |
| Irazu | Stratovolcano | 3,432 m (11,260 ft) | 1994 | 108 km |
| Arenal | Stratovolcano | 1,670 m (5,479 ft) | 2010 | 119 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 157 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 174 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 6.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | Driest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.1 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 14.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 20.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 16.0 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 13.0 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 19.1 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 17.9 in | Coldest |
Grey Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 150.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (20.9") and March the driest (4.0").
Restaurants in Grey Town
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Grey Town
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Grey Town
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Grey Town
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aerotortuguero Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Barra del Colorado Airport | BCL | Medium Airport |
| Guapiles Airport | GPL | Medium Airport |
| Altamira de San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra de Parismina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barra del Tortuguero | TTQ | Small Airport |
| Bremen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dole Venecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duacari 2 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen de Siquirres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ceibo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ron Ron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Frutez - Pital Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Homuha Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda La Suerte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Rancho Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Rio Cuarto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Islas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Frio / Progreso Airport | RFR | Small Airport |
| Roxana Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Juan de Nicaragua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Clara De Guapiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria De Guacimo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sarapigui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ticaban Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Yucatica Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Grey Town
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia De Dios | |
| Iglesia de San Juan de Nicaragua | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
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What is the population of Grey Town?
Grey Town has a population of 642 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,089.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Grey Town?
Grey Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 109 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 150.0 inches.