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Gualaquiza, Ecuador
Morona-Santiago Province · Ecuador
Gualaquiza is a small town in Morona-Santiago Province, Ecuador with a population of 4,611. Elevation: 2,792 ft (851 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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About Gualaquiza
Gualaquiza is a town in the Morona Santiago province of Ecuador. It is the seat of the Gualaquiza Canton.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,611 |
| Population Density | 28 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,792 ft (851 m) |
| Coordinates | -3.4035°, -78.5815° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Morona-Santiago Province |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.7 inches (1,642 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Gualaquiza
Gualaquiza is a small town in Ecuador (Morona-Santiago Province) with a population of 4,611. The city sits at an elevation of 2,792 feet (851 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.4°F |
| 32% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,792 ft (851 m) |
| Area | 164.8 sq mi (426.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 28/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -3.4035°N, 78.5815°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sangay (158 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sangay | Stratovolcano | 5,286 m (17,343 ft) | 2020 | 158 km |
| Licto | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,336 m (10,945 ft) | Unknown | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 6.3 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 7.2 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in |
Gualaquiza has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 70°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 64.7 inches, with April being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (3.8").
Colleges & Universities in Gualaquiza
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio de Bachillerato Gualaquiza | College | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico Fiscomisional Río Cenepa | College | — | Visit → |
| INSTITUTO SUPERIOR PEDAGÓGICO SHUAR-ACHUAR - BILINGÜE INTERCULTURAL | College | — | — |
Schools in Gualaquiza
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzalo Pesantes | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pedro de Vergara | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Marianita de Jesús | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Teresa Samaniego | — | — | — | — |
| Miguel de Santiago | — | — | — | — |
| School Mauro Calderon | — | — | — | — |
| UNE | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Emilio Estrada | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Gualaquiza
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La 961 - Suprema estacion | bachata, cumbia | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| super 949 | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| la chismosa | 80's, reguetón | AAC+ 40 kbps |
Libraries in Gualaquiza
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gualaquiza
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Municipal |
Hotels in Gualaquiza
11 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gualaquiza
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Gualaquiza
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Gualaquiza
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Gualaquiza
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Gualaquiza
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gualaquiza
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Gualaquiza
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Gualaquiza
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gualaquiza
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mills Brewing Co |
Airports Near Gualaquiza
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mariscal Lamar Airport | CUE | Medium Airport |
| Cumbaratza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gualaquiza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kaan Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loja Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Méndez Airport | MZD | Small Airport |
| Patuca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Warientza Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yaapi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yaupi Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gualaquiza
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Católica del Colegio Fiscomisional Río Cenepa | |
| Capilla de El Triunfo | |
| Iglesia Católica María Auxiliadora | Gualaquiza |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
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What is the population of Gualaquiza?
Gualaquiza has a population of 4,611 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 164.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gualaquiza?
Gualaquiza has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.7 inches.