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Jalpatagua, Guatemala
Jutiapa · Guatemala
Jalpatagua is a small city in Jutiapa, Guatemala with a population of 28,832. Elevation: 1,854 ft (565 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Jalpatagua
Jalpatagua is a town and municipality in the Jutiapa department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,832 |
| Population Density | 258 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,854 ft (565 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.1369°, -90.0091° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Jutiapa |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.7 inches (1,720 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jalpatagua
Jalpatagua is a small city in Guatemala (Jutiapa) with a population of 28,832. The city sits at an elevation of 1,854 feet (565 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Jalpatagua
Jalpatagua has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.8°C), the coldest is Dec (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 1790 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.2°F |
| 39% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 215 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,854 ft (565 m) |
| Area | 111.6 sq mi (289.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.1369°N, 90.0091°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 | — | 144 km |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 90 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 54 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Moyuta (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 15 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 19 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 26 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 30 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 42 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 43 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 47 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 52 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 58 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 12.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 10.3 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 10.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (24°C) | 9.2 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Jalpatagua has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in December to 77°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 67.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Jalpatagua
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedro Molino | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San José Obrero II | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Jalpatagua
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tribu FM (SV) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Infinita | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Jefa Radio El Salvador (SV) | banda, grupero | MP3 | |
| Radio Salem 92.5 (SV) | christian, educational | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Plenitud Radio (SV) | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Supra 90.5 FM (SV) | — | AAC | |
| Radio Actitud | christian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Jalpatagua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de Jutiapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Nº 2 |
Hotels in Jalpatagua
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Jalpatagua
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jalpatagua
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jalpatagua
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jalpatagua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jalpatagua
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| El Jocotillo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Zapote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jalpatagua
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Templo Evangélico Samaria |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Jalpatagua?
Jalpatagua has a population of 28,832 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 258 people per square mile, spread across 111.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jalpatagua?
Jalpatagua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.7 inches.