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Guanagazapa, Guatemala

Escuintla · Guatemala

Guanagazapa is a small town in Escuintla, Guatemala with a population of 2,842. Elevation: 1,096 ft (334 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).

2,842 Population 10/sq mi density
1,096 ft Elevation 334 meters
75°F Avg Temperature 24°C
86.8 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Guanagazapa

Guanagazapa is a municipality in the Escuintla department of Guatemala. The population as of 2023 is 17,565.

People

Population2,842
Density10/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
Rain86.8 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Population2,842
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Coordinates14.2260°, -90.6433°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceEscuintla
Average Temperature75°F (24°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation86.8 inches (2,205 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Guanagazapa

Guanagazapa is a small town in Guatemala (Escuintla) with a population of 2,842. The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet (334 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Guanagazapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,096 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above Guatemala avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,096 ft (334 m)
Area282.9 sq mi (732.6 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates14.2260°N, 90.6433°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 86.8"
128% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 18.39"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,949 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 29, 2025.

Nov 7, 2012 33 km S of Champerico, Guatemala M7.4 138 km
Jun 22, 2017 28 km SW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.8 67 km
Jun 13, 2007 43 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.7 75 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 91 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 68 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 100 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 39 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 65 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 62 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 35 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 60 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 90 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 82 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 64 km
May 8, 1999 9 km SSW of Champerico, Guatemala M6.1 140 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 129 km
Apr 15, 2008 42 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.1 74 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 18 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 90 km
Dec 4, 1997 33 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.0 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Adrian (2005).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Adrian Category 1 192 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

5 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 80 km
1902 EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA Questionable Earthquake 2.0 m 185 148 km
2012 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.4 m 48 138 km
1950 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.2 m 138 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 108 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pacaya (18 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 18 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 27 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 29 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 29 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 38 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 40 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 63 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 71 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 73 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 83 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 84 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 95 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 99 km
Apaneca Range Stratovolcano(es) 2,036 m (6,680 ft) Unknown 100 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 106 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in
March 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in
April 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in Warmest
May 77°F (25°C) 9.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 17.1 in
July 76°F (24°C) 11.3 in
August 76°F (24°C) 12.1 in
September 75°F (24°C) 18.4 in Wettest
October 74°F (24°C) 11.6 in
November 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in
December 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Guanagazapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 73°F in December to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 86.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.4") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Guanagazapa

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Infinita MP3 128 kbps
Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala 90.5 fm, américa MP3
Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala 95.3 fm, español MP3
Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala 101.7 fm, entretenimiento MP3
Clásica 102.5 Guatemala 102.5 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Red 106.1 Guatemala 106.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Exa FM Guatemala 101.7 fm, centroamérica MP3
Actitud 100.9 \, christian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Actitud christian music MP3 128 kbps
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Guate digital MP3 128 kbps
Actitud 100.9 FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Ixchel community radio AAC
Globo 98.9 Guatemala 98.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Mía 93.7 Guatemala 93.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango AAC 128 kbps

Libraries in Guanagazapa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal Frrancisco Cuevas0.0

Farmers Markets in Guanagazapa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Fraijanes
Mercado Sur

Hotels in Guanagazapa

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel y Restaurante Papagayo
Quinta San Rafael Hotel

Zoos in Guanagazapa

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Guanagazapa

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Airports Near Guanagazapa

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
San José AirportGSJMedium Airport
El Naranjo AirportENJSmall Airport
El Zapote AirportSmall Airport
Iztapa AeroclubSmall Airport
Jutiapa AirportSmall Airport
La Noria AirportSmall Airport
Monterrico AirportSmall Airport
Santiago AirportSmall Airport
Tiquisate AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

🇬🇹 About Guatemala

Capital Guatemala City
Population 17,247,807
Area 108,890 km²
GDP (USD) $104,368,755,055
GDP per capita $5,758
HDI 0.662
Life expectancy 72.6 years
Internet users 56.1%
Urban population 55.6%
Currency GTQ (Quetzal)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +502
TLD .gt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Guatemala

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
Jun 30 Army Day Army Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 20 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Guanagazapa

What is the population of Guanagazapa?

Guanagazapa has a population of 2,842 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 282.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Guanagazapa?

Guanagazapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.8 inches.

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