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Guazacapán, Guatemala
Santa Rosa Department · Guatemala
Guazacapán is a small city in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala with a population of 18,855. Elevation: 869 ft (265 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Guazacapán
Guazacapán is a town located in Santa Rosa Department in south-west Guatemala.
Guazacapán is also the name of the municipality in Santa Rosa Department around the town of Guazacapán. The municipality of Guazacapán covers an area of 130 km2 with a population of 18,855, according to the 2018 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,855 |
| Population Density | 378 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.0742°, -90.4167° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Santa Rosa Department |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.1 inches (1,959 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Guazacapán
Guazacapán is a small city in Guatemala (Santa Rosa Department) with a population of 18,855. The city sits at an elevation of 869 feet (265 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Guazacapán
Guazacapán has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.9°C), the coldest is Dec (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1805 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Area | 49.9 sq mi (129.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 378/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.0742°N, 90.4167°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | — | 109 km |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 118 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tecuamburro (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 9 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 29 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 40 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 65 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 67 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 69 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 71 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 80°F (26°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 14.7 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 16.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Guazacapán has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in December to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 77.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (16.5") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Guazacapán
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Católico Jesús Nazareno | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Gregorio Gallardo | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Guazacapán
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Actitud | christian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Libraries in Guazacapán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Librería Jassmín | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Guazacapán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Guazacapán
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Guazacapán
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Guazacapán
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Guazacapán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Guazacapán
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| El Jocotillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| El Zapote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of Guazacapán?
Guazacapán has a population of 18,855 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 378 people per square mile, spread across 49.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Guazacapán?
Guazacapán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.1 inches.