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La Libertad, Nicaragua
Chontales Department · Nicaragua
La Libertad is a small town in Chontales Department, Nicaragua with a population of 3,127. Elevation: 1,585 ft (483 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Libertad
La Libertad is a municipality in the Chontales Department of Nicaragua. It is the birthplace of President Daniel Ortega, Cardinal Miguel Obando y Bravo, and Vice President Omar Halleslevens. It has a population of 14,712 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,127 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.2164°, -85.1660° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Chontales Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.1 inches (1,908 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Libertad
La Libertad is a small town in Nicaragua (Chontales Department) with a population of 3,127. The city sits at an elevation of 1,585 feet (483 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.1 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.5°F |
| 40% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 200 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Area | 334.8 sq mi (867.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.2164°N, 85.1660°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (62 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 90 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 95 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 112 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 126 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 128 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 151 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 155 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 163 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 168 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 170 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 11.5 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 11.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 9.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 8.6 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
La Libertad has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in December to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 75.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.9") and March the driest (1.1").
Radio Stations near La Libertad
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock FM 105.5 | classic rock, death metal | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in La Libertad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Arqueologico Gregorio Aguilar Barea |
Libraries in La Libertad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Profesor Alejandro Sequeira Hernández | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Libertad
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Mayales |
Restaurants in La Libertad
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in La Libertad
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in La Libertad
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in La Libertad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Libertad
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Libertad?
La Libertad has a population of 3,127 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 334.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Libertad?
La Libertad has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.1 inches.