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Joyabaj, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Joyabaj is a small city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 13,164. Elevation: 4,698 ft (1,432 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Joyabaj
Joyabaj is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché. It is located about 50 kilometers from Santa Cruz del Quiché, in the Sierra de Chuacús mountains.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,164 |
| Population Density | 61 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,698 ft (1,432 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9931°, -90.8016° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.1 inches (1,881 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Joyabaj
Joyabaj is a small city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 13,164. The city sits at an elevation of 4,698 feet (1,432 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Joyabaj
Joyabaj has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Apr (21.4°C), the coldest is Dec (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1789 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.1°F |
| 24% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,698 ft (1,432 m) |
| Area | 217.1 sq mi (562.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 61/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9931°N, 90.8016°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | - | 61 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acatenango (55 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 55 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 58 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 80 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 85 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 102 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 14.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 11.2 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 10.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 13.7 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 8.1 in | |
| November | 65°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in |
Joyabaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 64°F in January to 70°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.3") and January the driest (0.9").
Radio Stations near Joyabaj
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Infinita | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala | 90.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala | 95.3 fm, español | MP3 | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| La Red 106.1 Guatemala | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Clásica 102.5 Guatemala | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Actitud 100.9 | \, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Actitud | christian music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Libraries in Joyabaj
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 | |||||
| Paco Piñas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Joyabaj
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado antiguo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| plaza |
Restaurants in Joyabaj
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Joyabaj
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Joyabaj
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Joyabaj
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Joyabaj?
Joyabaj has a population of 13,164 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 217.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Joyabaj?
Joyabaj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.1 inches.