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La Paz de Carazo, Nicaragua
Carazo Department · Nicaragua
La Paz de Carazo is a small town in Carazo Department, Nicaragua with a population of 2,454. Elevation: 1,299 ft (396 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About La Paz de Carazo
La Paz de Oriente is a municipality in the Carazo department of Nicaragua.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,454 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.8231°, -86.1278° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Carazo Department |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.9 inches (1,420 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Paz de Carazo
La Paz de Carazo is a small town in Nicaragua (Carazo Department) with a population of 2,454. The city sits at an elevation of 1,299 feet (396 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Area | 503.5 sq mi (1,304.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.8231°N, 86.1278°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: Mombacho (17 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 17 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 19 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 19 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 35 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 39 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 52 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 64 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 80 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 96 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 98 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 117 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 11.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
La Paz de Carazo has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.5") and February the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near La Paz de Carazo
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 La Paz de Carazo
| 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 La Paz de Carazo
| 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 La Paz de Carazo
| 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 Ernesto Fernandez | |||||
| Plaza de la cultura | |||||
| San Marcos Municipal Market |
Breweries in La Paz de Carazo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa cervecera |
Stadiums & Teams in La Paz de Carazo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Paz de Carazo
20 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 |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas 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 |
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What is the population of La Paz de Carazo?
La Paz de Carazo has a population of 2,454 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 503.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Paz de Carazo?
La Paz de Carazo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches.