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La Reforma, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
La Reforma is a small town in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 4,905. Elevation: 3,668 ft (1,118 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
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About La Reforma
In the history of Mexico, La Reforma, or Reform Laws, refers to a pivotal set of laws, including a new constitution, that were enacted in the Second Federal Republic of Mexico during the 1850s after the Plan of Ayutla had overthrown the dictatorship of Antonio López de Santa Anna. They were intended as modernizing measures: social, political, and economic, aimed at undermining the traditional power of the Catholic Church and the army. The reforms sought separation of church and state, equality before the law, and economic development. The anticlerical laws were enacted in the Second Mexican Republic between 1855 and 1863, during the governments of Juan Álvarez, Ignacio Comonfort and Benito Juárez. The laws also limited the ability of the church and the Indigenous communities to hold land collectively.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,905 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,668 ft (1,118 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8010°, -91.8223° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Reforma
La Reforma is a small town in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 4,905. The city sits at an elevation of 3,668 feet (1,118 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,668 ft (1,118 m) |
| Area | 68.0 sq mi (176.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8010°N, 91.8223°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | — | 65 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 91 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 56 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santa Maria (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 30 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 33 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 48 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 71 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 107 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 139 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 14.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 23.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 16.5 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 19.0 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 24.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 19.1 in | |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in |
La Reforma has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in January to 71°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 136.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (24.2") and January the driest (1.2").
Radio Stations near La Reforma
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in La Reforma
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Caracol del Tiempo | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán |
Libraries in La Reforma
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in La Reforma
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado municipal de Pajapita | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Metamercado | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Stadiums & Teams in La Reforma
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near La Reforma
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buenos Aires 2 Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of La Reforma?
La Reforma has a population of 4,905 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 68.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Reforma?
La Reforma enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.