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Jiquilisco, El Salvador
Usulután · El Salvador
Jiquilisco is a small city in Usulután, El Salvador with a population of 9,129. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Jiquilisco
Jiquilisco is a city and municipality in the Usulután department of El Salvador.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,129 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.3167°, -88.5833° |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
| Country | 🇸🇻 El Salvador |
| State / Province | Usulután |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.3 inches (1,887 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jiquilisco
Jiquilisco is a small city in El Salvador (Usulután) with a population of 9,129. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is America/El_Salvador.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.2°F |
| 47% above El Salvador avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 166.0 sq mi (430.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.3167°N, 88.5833°W |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.3 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | EL SALVADOR-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 6.3 m | — | 131 km |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 101 km |
| 2001 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 844 | 31 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 101 km |
| 1919 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | — | — | 115 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 84 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 138 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taburete (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 14 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 17 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 22 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 24 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 33 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 41 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 64 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 87 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 90 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 116 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 10.8 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 15.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Jiquilisco has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.5") and February the driest (0.1").
Schools in Jiquilisco
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten Nacional | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar República Federal Centroamericana | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar Ramiro Martínez Pineda | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Educación Especial | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar Cantón el Taburete | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Jiquilisco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Frutas de Usulutan | |||||
| Mercado de Tecoluca | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| MERCADO MUNICIPAL DE EL TRIUNFO | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Triunfo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Nº 1 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Nº 2 | |||||
| Mercado Regional de Usulutan |
Restaurants in Jiquilisco
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Jiquilisco
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jiquilisco
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Jiquilisco
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Jiquilisco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Jiquilisco
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| El Salvador International Airport Saint Óscar Arnulfo Romero y Galdámez | SAL | Large Airport |
| Ilopango International Airport | ILS | Medium Airport |
| Barillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casas Nuevas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceiba Doblada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corral De Mulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tamarindo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Espiritu Santo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Aramuaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Carrera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Chepona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Cachas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Mesas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Comandos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto El Triunfo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta San Juan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Ramon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Lima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Usulutan Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Jiquilisco
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcoholico |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Jiquilisco
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Bautista | |
| Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora del Tránsito | |
| Iglesia Cristiana El Buen Samaritano | |
| Iglesia Cristiana Pozo de Jacob | |
| Iglesia de Dios de la Profecía Universal | |
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Iglesia de las Asambleas de Dios | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia La Luz del Mundo | |
| Iglesia Profética de la Ciudad de Sión | |
| Tabernáculo Biblico Bautista Amigos de Israel | |
| Templo Evangélico Asambleas de Dios |
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What is the population of Jiquilisco?
Jiquilisco has a population of 9,129 residents and is located in El Salvador. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 166.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jiquilisco?
Jiquilisco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.