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Larreynaga, Nicaragua

León Department · Nicaragua

Larreynaga is a small city in León Department, Nicaragua with a population of 7,703. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

7,703 Population 25/sq mi density
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
61.7 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone

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About Larreynaga

Larreynaga

Larreynaga is the second largest municipality in the León Department of Nicaragua. The municipality seat is the town of Malpaisillo. The estimated population of the municipality is 33,117 but it is steadily growing at a rate of 2.22% yearly.

People

Population7,703
Density25/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain61.7 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Population7,703
Population Density25 / sq mi
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates12.6761°, -86.5712°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceLeón Department
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation61.7 inches (1,568 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Larreynaga

Larreynaga is a small city in Nicaragua (León Department) with a population of 7,703. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet (95 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.7 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.

Larreynaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above Nicaragua avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area308.4 sq mi (798.7 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates12.6761°N, 86.5712°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.7"
62% above Nicaragua avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,257 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 4, 2025.

Sep 2, 1992 83 km SSW of Corinto, Nicaragua M7.7 133 km
Apr 3, 1990 36 km SSW of La Conquista, Nicaragua M6.8 142 km
Mar 3, 1996 30 km WSW of Villa El Carmen, Nicaragua M6.7 89 km
Apr 11, 2014 15 km N of Belén, Nicaragua M6.6 138 km
Mar 3, 1996 39 km WSW of Masachapa, Nicaragua M6.6 118 km
Apr 21, 2022 55 km WSW of Masachapa, Nicaragua M6.6 132 km
Jun 15, 2013 44 km W of Masachapa, Nicaragua M6.5 109 km
Mar 2, 2004 33 km SW of Masachapa, Nicaragua M6.2 120 km
Mar 2, 2014 33 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M6.2 122 km
Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 46 km
Apr 10, 2014 16 km SW of Valle San Francisco, Nicaragua M6.1 37 km
Jan 6, 2022 near the coast of Nicaragua M6.1 103 km
Apr 3, 1999 13 km S of Amapala, Honduras M6.0 128 km
Sep 5, 1992 55 km SSW of Corinto, Nicaragua M6.0 111 km
Apr 4, 1990 near the coast of Nicaragua M5.9 120 km
Nov 22, 1993 6 km E of La Conquista, Nicaragua M5.9 114 km
May 16, 2019 41 km WSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.9 135 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 122 km
Jul 2, 2005 34 km W of Tola, Nicaragua M5.8 145 km
Mar 18, 2001 23 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 207 km
2020 Eta Category 2 276 km
2020 Iota Category 2 187 km
2016 Otto Category 2 269 km
2007 Felix Category 2 263 km
1996 Cesar Category 1 261 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 4 187 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Negro, Cerro (24 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 24 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 24 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 24 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 28 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 30 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 47 km
Apoyeque Pyroclastic shield 518 m (1,699 ft) -50 54 km
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 58 km
Nejapa-Miraflores Fissure vent(s) 360 m (1,181 ft) 1060 68 km
Masaya Caldera 594 m (1,949 ft) 2020 89 km
Lajas, Las Shield 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 100 km
Granada Fissure vent(s) 300 m (984 ft) Unknown 106 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 113 km
Mombacho Stratovolcano 1,344 m (4,409 ft) Unknown 115 km
Zapatera Shield 629 m (2,064 ft) Unknown 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in
March 82°F (28°C) 0.2 in
April 83°F (29°C) 1.1 in Warmest
May 83°F (28°C) 7.6 in
June 80°F (27°C) 10.6 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.6 in
August 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 14.0 in Wettest
October 79°F (26°C) 13.7 in
November 78°F (26°C) 2.9 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in Coldest

Larreynaga has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 78°F in December to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.0") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Larreynaga

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Portobanco
School El Madroño
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Libraries in Larreynaga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0

Gas Stations in Larreynaga

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gasolinera Julio Negro

Stadiums & Teams in Larreynaga

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Airports Near Larreynaga

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International AirportMGALarge Airport
Aeroservicios ALA AirportSmall Airport
Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez AirportSmall Airport
Choluteca AirportSmall Airport
Corinto AirportSmall Airport
Dos Montes AirportSmall Airport
El Coyol AirportSmall Airport
El Papalonal AirportSmall Airport
El Tesoro AirportSmall Airport
Estelí AirportSmall Airport
JinotegaSmall Airport
La Cumplida AirportSmall Airport
Las Chacaras AirportSmall Airport
Las Lajas AirportSmall Airport
Las Parcelas AirportSmall Airport
Leon (Fanor Urroz) AirportSmall Airport
Los Brasiles AirportSmall Airport
Los Pollos AirportSmall Airport
Malacataya AirportSmall Airport
Monte Libano AirportSmall Airport
Punta Huete (Panchito) AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardo AirportSmall Airport
Santa Elena AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Managua

🇳🇮 About Nicaragua

Capital Managua
Population 6,465,513
Area 129,494 km²
GDP (USD) $17,805,842,284
GDP per capita $2,609
HDI 0.706
Life expectancy 75.0 years
Internet users 58.2%
Urban population 59.1%
Currency NIO (Cordoba)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +505
TLD .ni
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Nicaragua

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 1 Air Force Day Air Force Day
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Holy Thursday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 27 Army Day Army Day
Jul 19 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Sep 14 Battle of San Jacinto Battle of San Jacinto
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 12 Indigenous Resistance Day Indigenous Resistance Day
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immaculate Conception
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Larreynaga

What is the population of Larreynaga?

Larreynaga has a population of 7,703 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 25 people per square mile, spread across 308.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Larreynaga?

Larreynaga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.7 inches.

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