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Huitán, Guatemala
Quetzaltenango · Guatemala
Huitán is a small city in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 9,958. Elevation: 8,579 ft (2,615 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Huitán
Huitán is a municipality in the Quetzaltenango department of Guatemala, situated on 16 km2 at 2600 m altitude, North-West from Quetzaltenango.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,958 |
| Population Density | 523 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,579 ft (2,615 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0492°, -91.6394° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quetzaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.0 inches (1,422 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Huitán
Huitán is a small city in Guatemala (Quetzaltenango) with a population of 9,958. The city sits at an elevation of 8,579 feet (2,615 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.0 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,579 ft (2,615 m) |
| Area | 19.0 sq mi (49.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 523/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0492°N, 91.6394°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 | - | 62 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 121 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 87 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (31 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 31 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 34 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 51 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 69 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 102 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 104 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 134 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 166 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 10.6 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 0.6 in |
Huitán has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 51°F in January to 57°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.9") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Huitán
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | - | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Huitán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Huitán
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Huitán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Stadiums & Teams in Huitán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Huitán
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | - | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | - | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Huitán
What is the population of Huitán?
Huitán has a population of 9,958 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 523 people per square mile, spread across 19.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Huitán?
Huitán has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches.