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Huité, Guatemala

Zacapa · Guatemala

Huité is a small town in Zacapa, Guatemala with a population of 2,712. Elevation: 1,020 ft (311 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,712 Population 18/sq mi density
1,020 ft Elevation 311 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Huité

Huité is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Zacapa. In 2013, the population was 9,853.

People

Population2,712
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Population2,712
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Coordinates14.9279°, -89.7163°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceZacapa
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Huité

Huité is a small town in Guatemala (Zacapa) with a population of 2,712. The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet (311 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Huité has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,020 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.5°F
45% above Guatemala avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,020 ft (311 m)
Area155.0 sq mi (401.5 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates14.9279°N, 89.7163°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

456 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 119 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 39 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 94 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 140 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 136 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 147 km
Sep 12, 1993 27 km S of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.0 145 km
Jan 18, 2010 17 km SW of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.9 141 km
Jan 9, 2025 10 km E of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.8 148 km
Aug 22, 1993 Guatemala M5.8 131 km
Jun 27, 2012 5 km E of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.7 125 km
Jul 8, 2025 3 km SSW of Amatitlán, Guatemala M5.7 113 km
May 3, 2004 4 km SSW of Santa María de Jesús, Guatemala M5.7 120 km
Jun 18, 2018 12 km SW of Guanagazapa, Guatemala M5.7 139 km
Jul 29, 2025 6 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.7 97 km
Sep 19, 2011 3 km E of Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala M5.6 100 km
Jul 29, 2025 4 km WNW of Jerez, Guatemala M5.6 93 km
Nov 11, 1993 28 km S of Taxisco, Guatemala M5.6 146 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 52 km
Jul 23, 2007 9 km NE of Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala M5.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nana (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 258 km
2016 Earl Category 1 288 km
2010 Richard Category 2 280 km
2005 Adrian Category 1 277 km
2001 Iris Category 4 179 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 79 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake - - 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 21 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 43 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 57 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 59 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 59 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 69 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 75 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 77 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 90 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 98 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 99 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 108 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 113 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 114 km
Apaneca Range Stratovolcano(es) 2,036 m (6,680 ft) Unknown 116 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.3 in
March 80°F (27°C) 0.2 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 81°F (27°C) 3.4 in
June 80°F (26°C) 8.2 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 6.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in
September 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
October 78°F (25°C) 3.5 in
November 76°F (25°C) 1.2 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.3 in

Huité has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in January to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.2").

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Radio Stations near Huité

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM hits, latino AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Huité

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Paleontología y Arqueología Roberto Woolfolk Saravia

Libraries in Huité

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Farmers Markets in Huité

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de la Terminal
Mercado Municipal de Zacapa

Stadiums & Teams in Huité

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Huité

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coban AirportCBVMedium Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
El Estor Airport-Small Airport
El Ronco Airport-Small Airport
Esquipulas Airport-Small Airport
Jutiapa Airport-Small Airport
Nueva Ocotepeque Airport-Small Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport
Zacapa Airport-Small 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 Huité

What is the population of Huité?

Huité has a population of 2,712 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 155.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huité?

Huité has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

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