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La Gomera, Guatemala
Escuintla · Guatemala
La Gomera is a small city in Escuintla, Guatemala with a population of 24,001. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About La Gomera
La Gomera is one of Spain's Canary Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa. With an area of 370.03 km2 (142.87 sq mi), it is the third-smallest of the archipelago's eight main islands. It belongs to the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. La Gomera is the third least populous of the eight main Canary Islands, with 22,361 inhabitants at the start of 2023. Its capital is San Sebastián de La Gomera, where the cabildo insular is located.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,001 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.0821°, -91.0538° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Escuintla |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.3 inches (2,039 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Gomera
La Gomera is a small city in Guatemala (Escuintla) with a population of 24,001. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in La Gomera
La Gomera has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2233 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 216.5 sq mi (560.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.0821°N, 91.0538°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 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 | — | 66 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 91 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fuego (47 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 47 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 50 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 59 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 70 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 92 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 94 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 83°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 8.3 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 14.8 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 11.2 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 15.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in |
La Gomera has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 79°F in January to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 80.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.2") and January the driest (0.2").
Schools in La Gomera
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta 15 de Septiembre | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta María Castellanos Abauta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Mixta Santa Catalina | — | — | — | — |
Museums in La Gomera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del azúcar | ||||
| Museo Rubén Chevez Vandorne |
Farmers Markets in La Gomera
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal de La Democracia | |||||
| Nueva Terminal | |||||
| Plaza Manantial |
Hotels in La Gomera
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in La Gomera
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Gomera
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Gomera
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in La Gomera
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria La Cabana | ||||
| Cerviceria El Bosque | ||||
| Cerviceria Lisbeth | ||||
| Cerviceria Los dos Hermanos |
Stadiums & Teams in La Gomera
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Gomera
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Gomera
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Evangélica Silohe | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of La Gomera?
La Gomera has a population of 24,001 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 216.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Gomera?
La Gomera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.3 inches.