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Jinotepe, Nicaragua
Carazo Department · Nicaragua
Jinotepe is a small city in Carazo Department, Nicaragua with a population of 29,507. Elevation: 1,808 ft (551 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Jinotepe
Jinotepe is a city and municipality in the Carazo department of Nicaragua. The Indigenous inhabitants of Jinotepe are the Chorotegas and Nahuas.
People
Climate
| Population | 29,507 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8483°, -86.1992° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Carazo Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 56.3 inches (1,431 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jinotepe
Jinotepe is a small city in Nicaragua (Carazo Department) with a population of 29,507. The city sits at an elevation of 1,808 feet (551 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Jinotepe
Jinotepe has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1261 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.2°F |
| 37% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 234 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,808 ft (551 m) |
| Area | 503.5 sq mi (1,304.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8483°N, 86.1992°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 100 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Masaya (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 16 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 33 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 47 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 72 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 74 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 89 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 91 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 109 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 72°F (22°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 74°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in |
Jinotepe has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 72°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 56.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.9") and March the driest (0.3").
Schools in Jinotepe
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela edmundo roman | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela La Competencia sector las pilas | — | — | — | — |
| Antiguo Instituto Alejandro Garcia Vado | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Juan José Rodríguez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San José | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio La Academia | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Jinotepe
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Nueva Radio | Nicaragua | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Conexión Romántica | — | MP3 | |
| Radio Cristo Viene Masaya Nicaragua | — | AAC | |
| Fiesta Latina 89.1 FM | bachata, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Monimbo Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Jinotepe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Estacion del Ferrocarril | ||||
| Centro Cultural Alejandro Vega Matus | ||||
| Centro de Visitantes Volcán Masaya | ||||
| Convento de San Francisco | ||||
| Historical Train (Open Air) | ||||
| Mi Museo - Museo arqueológico de cerámica precolombina | ||||
| Museo Augusto C. Sandino | ||||
| Museo camilo ortega | ||||
| Museo de Héroes de Nandaime | ||||
| Museo del Folclor | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Nindiri | ||||
| Museo Nacudarí | ||||
| Old Railway Station | ||||
| Old Railway Station of Masaya | ||||
| Volcán Masaya Museum |
Libraries in Jinotepe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Darío | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Marvin Gaitán | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Librería | 0.0 | |||||
| Puesto de lectura Libros para Niños | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Jinotepe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo mercadito | |||||
| Casa de las Artesanias | |||||
| Local market Ernesto Fernández | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Artesania | |||||
| Mercado De Artesania Masatepe | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanias de Masaya | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ernesto Fernandez | |||||
| Plaza de la cultura | |||||
| San Marcos Municipal Market |
Restaurants in Jinotepe
16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Jinotepe
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Jinotepe
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jinotepe
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jinotepe
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jinotepe
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jinotepe
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Jinotepe
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Jinotepe
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Jinotepe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa cervecera |
Stadiums & Teams in Jinotepe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jinotepe
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Jinotepe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de correos |
Treatment Centers in Jinotepe
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dispromedical | ||
| Dra. Deborah Elizabeth |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jinotepe
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centro Parroquial | |
| El Calvario | |
| La Roca Jinotepe | |
| Parroquia Santiago | |
| San Antonio |
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
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What is the population of Jinotepe?
Jinotepe has a population of 29,507 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 503.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jinotepe?
Jinotepe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.3 inches.