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Jinotega, Nicaragua
Jinotega Department · Nicaragua
Jinotega is a mid-size city in Jinotega Department, Nicaragua with a population of 55,000. Elevation: 3,304 ft (1,007 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Jinotega
Jinotega is the capital city of the Department of Jinotega in north-central Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 55,000 |
| Population Density | 132 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,304 ft (1,007 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.0910°, -86.0023° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Jinotega Department |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.0 inches (1,244 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jinotega
Jinotega is a mid-size city in Nicaragua (Jinotega Department) with a population of 55,000. The city sits at an elevation of 3,304 feet (1,007 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.0 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Jinotega
Jinotega has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.2°C), the coldest is Dec (22.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1484 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.6°F |
| 33% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,304 ft (1,007 m) |
| Area | 416.3 sq mi (1,078.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 132/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.0910°N, 86.0023°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (44 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 44 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 94 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 100 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 100 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 101 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 106 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 113 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 117 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 124 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 72°F (22°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| April | 74°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 8.8 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 69°F (21°C) | 1.1 in |
Jinotega has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 69°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.9") and March the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Jinotega
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Escolar Divino Niño | College | — | — |
| Centro Tecnológico Héroes y Mártires de Asturias | College | — | — |
| Centro Tecnológico Héroes y Mártires de Asturias | College | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional Noel Vargas Castro | College | — | — |
Schools in Jinotega
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela 14 de Septiembre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Linda Vista Sur | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Santa Inés | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Andrés Castro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Especial Max Senqui | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela El Sandino | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Tejera | — | — | — | — |
| Jinotega Christian Academy - JCA | — | — | — | — |
| Jinotega Christian Academy - JCA | — | — | — | — |
| Jinotega Christian Academy - JCA | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Villa La Cruz | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Gabriela Mistral | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Andrés Castro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Simón Bolívar | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Jinotega
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Jinotega
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de cultura Noel Ortuño | ||||
| Casa Museo Blanca Aráuz | ||||
| Casa Museo Comandante Carlos Fonseca | ||||
| Chocolate Factory | ||||
| Museo | ||||
| Museo del Café | ||||
| Museo del Café | ||||
| Museo Municipal | ||||
| Museo Pre-Colombino de Chagüitillo | ||||
| Museo Santuario El Tepeyac |
Libraries in Jinotega
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banco Central De Nicaragua | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Dr. Jaime Incer Barquero | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal "Francisco Moreno" | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería Cristiana | 0.0 | |||||
| Patricio Stenstrom | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Jinotega
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito | |||||
| Mercado de sebaco | |||||
| Mercado Guanuca | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Jinotega | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Rafael del Norte | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Sebastián de Yalí | |||||
| Mercado Sur Matagalpa | |||||
| Mercado Sur Matagalpa Veduras |
Restaurants in Jinotega
47 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jinotega
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Jinotega
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Jinotega
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Jinotega
5 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Jinotega
2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jinotega
14 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Jinotega
14 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Jinotega
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jinotega
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jinotega
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jinotega
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jinotega
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Jinotega
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jinotega
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jinotega
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Jinotega
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Nicaragua | |
| DHL |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jinotega
31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arca de Noé | |
| Capilla El Redentor | |
| Capilla Nuestra Señora del Carmen | |
| Capilla San Antonio | |
| Capilla San Expedito | |
| Capilla San Isidro | |
| Catedral San Juan Bautista | |
| Diócesis de Jinotega | |
| Hosanna Casa de Oración | |
| Iglesia Apostolica | |
| iglesia Apostólica | |
| Iglesia Bautista | |
| Iglesia Betel | |
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Últimos Santos del Día | |
| Iglesia de Restauración Siloe | |
| Iglesia Fuente de Paz | |
| Iglesia Jesucristo es el Señor | |
| Iglesia Vida Abundante | |
| Iglesia Vida Nueva |
Explore Near Jinotega
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Jinotega
131 places within 15 km
- • Playa Apanás
- • Bat cave
- • Cueva de Murciélagos
- • Bordo El Bálsamo
- • Cerro Alemania
- • Cerro Bravo
- • Cerro Cabrera
- • Cerro Cantagallo
- + 82 more
- • Fosas comunes
- • Mirador
- • Mirador
- • Mirador
- • Mirador
- • Mirador
- + 35 more
🇳🇮 About Nicaragua
Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Jinotega
What is the population of Jinotega?
Jinotega has a population of 55,000 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 132 people per square mile, spread across 416.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jinotega?
Jinotega has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches.