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Las Sabanas, Nicaragua

Madriz Department · Nicaragua

Las Sabanas is a small town in Madriz Department, Nicaragua with a population of 1,257. Elevation: 4,108 ft (1,252 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

1,257 Population 14/sq mi density
4,108 ft Elevation 1,252 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
45.2 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone

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About Las Sabanas

Las Sabanas is a municipality in the Madriz department of Nicaragua.

People

Population1,257
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Population1,257
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Coordinates13.3430°, -86.6218°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceMadriz Department
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.2 inches (1,149 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Las Sabanas

Las Sabanas is a small town in Nicaragua (Madriz Department) with a population of 1,257. The city sits at an elevation of 4,108 feet (1,252 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.

Las Sabanas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,108 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above Nicaragua avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,108 ft (1,252 m)
Area92.7 sq mi (240.2 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates13.3430°N, 86.6218°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.2"
19% above Nicaragua avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

470 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 1, 2025.

Mar 2, 2014 33 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M6.2 145 km
Apr 10, 2014 16 km SW of Valle San Francisco, Nicaragua M6.1 108 km
Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 68 km
Apr 3, 1999 13 km S of Amapala, Honduras M6.0 111 km
Jun 12, 1993 14 km ESE of Amapala, Honduras M5.9 99 km
Apr 27, 1992 24 km SSE of Corinto, Nicaragua M5.7 129 km
Mar 18, 2001 23 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 123 km
Sep 15, 2016 11 km NNE of La Paz Centro, Nicaragua M5.7 100 km
Jul 18, 1990 16 km SSE of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.7 116 km
Jan 12, 1990 near the coast of Nicaragua M5.6 120 km
Jan 6, 2002 33 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.6 145 km
Mar 9, 2007 4 km W of Santa Cruz, Honduras M5.6 83 km
May 8, 1997 24 km S of Corinto, Nicaragua M5.6 135 km
Sep 28, 2016 20 km NNE of Nagarote, Nicaragua M5.5 101 km
Feb 20, 2006 17 km SE of Amapala, Honduras M5.5 104 km
Apr 3, 1999 26 km SSE of Intipucá, El Salvador M5.4 146 km
Mar 6, 1993 21 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.4 132 km
Apr 12, 2001 1 km NNW of Nagarote, Nicaragua M5.4 119 km
Feb 6, 2015 36 km SW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.4 149 km
Jul 7, 2001 36 km SSW of Jiquilillo, Nicaragua M5.3 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 239 km
2020 Eta Category 2 256 km
2020 Iota Category 2 159 km
2007 Felix Category 2 220 km
1996 Cesar Category 1 287 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 4 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (31 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 31 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 82 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 85 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 89 km
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 94 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 95 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 103 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 109 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 110 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 111 km
Apoyeque Pyroclastic shield 518 m (1,699 ft) -50 126 km
Nejapa-Miraflores Fissure vent(s) 360 m (1,181 ft) 1060 140 km
Lajas, Las Shield 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 151 km
Masaya Caldera 594 m (1,949 ft) 2020 159 km
Granada Fissure vent(s) 300 m (984 ft) Unknown 173 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 69°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 71°F (22°C) 0.6 in
April 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.7 in Warmest
June 72°F (22°C) 8.1 in
July 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
August 71°F (22°C) 4.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 8.4 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 8.0 in
November 69°F (21°C) 2.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.6 in

Las Sabanas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 68°F in January to 74°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.4") and February the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Las Sabanas

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stereo Beso 94.5 FM bachata, baladas MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Las Sabanas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Casa de Cultura Calmecalt
Museo Comunitario de Palacagüina

Farmers Markets in Las Sabanas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Restaurants in Las Sabanas

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

San Francisco

Gyms in Las Sabanas

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Polideportivo

Stadiums & Teams in Las Sabanas

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Airports Near Las Sabanas

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Toncontín AirportTGUMedium Airport
Acensa AirportSmall Airport
Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul AirportSmall Airport
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Barrio El Aterrizaje AirportSmall Airport
Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez AirportSmall Airport
Choluteca AirportSmall Airport
Dos Montes AirportSmall Airport
El Tesoro AirportSmall Airport
Estelí AirportSmall Airport
JinotegaSmall Airport
La Grecia AirportSmall Airport
Llanos Del Tigre AirportSmall Airport
Los Pollos AirportSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Monte Libano AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport
Rapaco II AirportSmall Airport
San Bernardo AirportSmall Airport
San Jose AirportSmall Airport
Sur Agropecuaria 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 Las Sabanas

What is the population of Las Sabanas?

Las Sabanas has a population of 1,257 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 92.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Las Sabanas?

Las Sabanas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.2 inches.

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