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Huehuetenango, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
Huehuetenango is a mid-size city in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 79,426. Elevation: 6,257 ft (1,907 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Huehuetenango
Huehuetenango is a city and municipality in the highlands of western Guatemala. It is also the capital of the department of Huehuetenango. The city is situated 269 kilometres (167 mi) from Guatemala City, and is the last departmental capital on the Pan-American Highway before the Mexican border at La Mesilla. Its primary export is coffee.
People
Climate
| Population | 79,426 |
| Population Density | 749 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,257 ft (1,907 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3210°, -91.4700° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.5 inches (1,637 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huehuetenango
Huehuetenango is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 79,426. The city sits at an elevation of 6,257 feet (1,907 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Huehuetenango
Huehuetenango has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.5°C), the coldest is Dec (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1914 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,257 ft (1,907 m) |
| Area | 106.1 sq mi (274.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 749/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3210°N, 91.4700°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 79 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (59 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 59 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 63 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 72 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 111 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 114 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 140 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 159 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 173 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 12.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in |
Huehuetenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 61°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.8") and January the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Huehuetenango
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca CUNOROC | University | — | — |
| Colegió La Aurora | College | — | — |
| Cúbiculos de ingenieros | University | — | — |
| Facultad de Derecho | University | — | — |
| Facultad de Derecho | University | — | — |
| Facultad de Zootecnia | University | — | — |
| Facultad Ingenieria Forestal | University | — | — |
| Laboratorios CUNOROC | University | — | — |
| Oficinas CUNOROC | University | — | — |
| Universidad Mariano Gálvez | University | — | — |
| Universidad Rafael Landívar | University | — | — |
Schools in Huehuetenango
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Corral Chiquito | — | — | — | — |
| Aula Virtual | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio liceo Huehueteco | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Católico | — | — | — | — |
| san lorenzo | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Cambridge | — | — | — | — |
| Intecap Huehuetenango | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Zaculeu | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional de Educación Básica Experimental de Huehuetenango | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Rafael Landivar | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio "La Salle" | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio de "La Salle" | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Preuniversitario | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Huehuetenango
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Huehuetenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Balam | ||||
| Museo Zaculeo |
Libraries in Huehuetenango
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca URL | 0.0 | |||||
| Blioteca BAM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huehuetenango
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kul box | |||||
| Mercado de la Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Kaibil Balam | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Merco Municiapl de Chiantla | |||||
| Plaza Municipal |
Hotels in Huehuetenango
35 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Huehuetenango
34 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Huehuetenango
12 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Huehuetenango
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Huehuetenango
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Huehuetenango
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Huehuetenango
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Huehuetenango
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Huehuetenango
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Huehuetenango
29 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Huehuetenango
22 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Huehuetenango
14 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Huehuetenango
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Huehuetenango
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huehuetenango
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barillas upper | — | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Huehuetenango
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos y Telégrafos |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Huehuetenango
73 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asamblea de Dios Getsemani | |
| Asamblea de Dios Getsemani | |
| Asamblea de Dios Monte Sinaí | |
| Capilla Católica Nuestra Señora de los Dolores | |
| Capilla Madres Clarisas | |
| Capilla Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe | |
| Casa deDios Jesús Resucitado | |
| Catedral del Calvario | |
| Cúpula Catedral de Huehuetenango | |
| El Reino de Dios | |
| Habla Quiché Zona 7 | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Septimo Día | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Septimo Día | |
| Iglesia Bautista La Verdad Es Jesus | |
| Iglesia Bethel | |
| Iglesia Casa del Rey | |
| Iglesia Católica "San José" Zona 5 | |
| Iglesia Católica Señor de Esquipulas | |
| Iglesia Católica Señor de Esquipulas | |
| Iglesia Centroamericana Jesucristo el Camino |
Quick Facts
Around Huehuetenango
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Huehuetenango
29 places within 15 km
- • Zaculeu
- • Graffiti Maya
- • Mi Guate Es Cultura
- • Altar Maya
- • Altar Maya Secundario
- • Chiantla Viejo
- • Chiantla Viejo
- • Estructura 1
- + 20 more
- • El Mirador Juan Diéguez Olaverri
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Huehuetenango
What is the population of Huehuetenango?
Huehuetenango has a population of 79,426 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 749 people per square mile, spread across 106.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huehuetenango?
Huehuetenango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.5 inches.