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Guatajiagua, El Salvador
Morazán · El Salvador
Guatajiagua is a small city in Morazán, El Salvador with a population of 5,273. Elevation: 945 ft (288 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Guatajiagua
Guatajiagua is a municipality in the Morazán department of El Salvador.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,273 |
| Population Density | 193 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.6667°, -88.2000° |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
| Country | 🇸🇻 El Salvador |
| State / Province | Morazán |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.1 inches (1,984 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guatajiagua
Guatajiagua is a small city in El Salvador (Morazán) with a population of 5,273. The city sits at an elevation of 945 feet (288 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.1 inches. The timezone is America/El_Salvador.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above El Salvador avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 201 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 945 ft (288 m) |
| Area | 27.3 sq mi (70.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 193/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.6667°N, 88.2000°W |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
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 |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 142 km |
| 2001 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 844 | 85 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 127 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chinameca (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 40 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 92 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 102 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 118 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Yojoa, Lake | Volcanic field | 1,090 m (3,576 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 9.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 13.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 12.2 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 15.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 11.8 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 71°F (21°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Guatajiagua has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 71°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 78.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.2") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Guatajiagua
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Parvularia | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar Pedro Pablo Castillo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Guatajiagua
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Guatajiagua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura y Memoria Histórica | ||||
| East Regional Museum | ||||
| East Regional Museum | ||||
| Museo Regional de Oriente | ||||
| Museo Regional de Oriente | ||||
| Museo Winakirika |
Libraries in Guatajiagua
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guatajiagua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| MERCADO MUNICIPAL DE EL TRIUNFO | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Alejo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Triunfo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal y Correos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal y Correos | |||||
| Mercado San Miguel 2 | |||||
| Mercado San Nicolas | |||||
| Mercados Municipales No 1 y 2 | |||||
| Mercados Municipales No. 3 y 4 |
Clinics in Guatajiagua
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Guatajiagua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrias La Constancia San Miguel |
Stadiums & Teams in Guatajiagua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha El Hoyo | ||
| Plaza de Toros Municipal |
Airports Near Guatajiagua
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerola International Airport | XPL | Large Airport |
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casas Nuevas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceiba Doblada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corral De Mulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tamarindo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Espiritu Santo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Aramuaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Carrera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Chepona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | LEZ | Small Airport |
| Los Comandos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto El Triunfo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta San Juan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Ramon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Lima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Usulutan Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Guatajiagua
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos |
Treatment Centers in Guatajiagua
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Salud Familiar | ||
| Electrolab Medic | ||
| Laboratorio Clinico Quimilab | ||
| Laboratorio Clinico San Nicolás | ||
| Unidad de Salud | ||
| Unidad de Salud | ||
| Unidad de Salud La Presita |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Guatajiagua
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa de Adoración del Señor de Esquipulas | |
| Cruz del Calvario (El Rodeo) | |
| Iglesia Asambleas de Dios | |
| Iglesia Católica San Pedro Apóstoles | |
| Iglesia Católica San Sebastián Mártir | |
| Iglesia de Apóstoles y Profetas | |
| Iglesia de La Profesia Universal | |
| Iglesia de Yamabal | |
| Iglesia Testigos de Jehová | |
| La Cruz del Calvario | |
| Primera Iglesia Bautista Monte Hermón | |
| Primera Iglesia de Las Asambleas de Dios |
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What is the population of Guatajiagua?
Guatajiagua has a population of 5,273 residents and is located in El Salvador. The population density is 193 people per square mile, spread across 27.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guatajiagua?
Guatajiagua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 201 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.1 inches.