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Jalapa, Nicaragua
Nueva Segovia Department · Nicaragua
Jalapa is a small city in Nueva Segovia Department, Nicaragua with a population of 24,037. Elevation: 2,251 ft (686 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
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About Jalapa
Xalapa or Jalapa, officially Xalapa-Enríquez, is the capital city of the Mexican state of Veracruz and the name of the surrounding municipality. In 2020 census the city reported a population of 443,063 and the municipality of which it serves as municipal seat reported a population of 488,531. The municipality has an area of 118.45 km2. Xalapa lies near the geographic center of the state and is the second-largest city in the state after the city of Veracruz to the southeast.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,037 |
| Population Density | 78 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,251 ft (686 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.9222°, -86.1235° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Nueva Segovia Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.5 inches (1,486 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jalapa
Jalapa is a small city in Nicaragua (Nueva Segovia Department) with a population of 24,037. The city sits at an elevation of 2,251 feet (686 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Jalapa
Jalapa has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.4°C), the coldest is Dec (21.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1319 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.4°F |
| 36% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,251 ft (686 m) |
| Area | 309.1 sq mi (800.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 78/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.9222°N, 86.1235°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (89 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 166 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 166 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 170 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 170 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 173 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 179 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 188 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 73°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 7.5 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in |
Jalapa has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 58.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.8").
Schools in Jalapa
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Providencia School | — | — | — | — |
| School of El Coyolito | — | — | — | — |
| El Coyolito School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Jalapa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Jalapa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las minas de San Albino | ||||
| Las minas de San Albino |
Restaurants in Jalapa
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Jalapa
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jalapa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jalapa
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Jalapa
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agropecuaria Lepaguare Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aserradero Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Desvio Potrerillos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca San Antonio Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Galeras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jutigalpa airport | JUT | Small Airport |
| Laguna Seca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llanos Del Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noveno Batallón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Jamastran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jalapa
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 3 Iglesia del Nazareno de Jalapa | |
| iglesia católica | |
| iglesia católica | |
| Iglesia Filadelfia |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jalapa
What is the population of Jalapa?
Jalapa has a population of 24,037 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 309.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jalapa?
Jalapa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches.