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Macuelizo, Nicaragua
Nueva Segovia Department · Nicaragua
Macuelizo is a small town in Nueva Segovia Department, Nicaragua with a population of 374. Elevation: 2,277 ft (694 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macuelizo
Macuelizo is a municipality in the department of Santa Bárbara, Honduras. It covers an area of 413.1 km2 (159.5 sq mi) and had a population of 34,401 inhabitants according to the 2013 national census. The municipality is situated in the fertile Quimistán Valley and is watered by the Culupa and Chamelecón Rivers. The Pan American Highway crosses the municipality. It has significant natural resources and mineral deposits, including gold and antimony.
People
Climate
| Population | 374 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,277 ft (694 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.6533°, -86.6130° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Nueva Segovia Department |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,038 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macuelizo
Macuelizo is a small town in Nicaragua (Nueva Segovia Department) with a population of 374. The city sits at an elevation of 2,277 feet (694 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,277 ft (694 m) |
| Area | 36.5 sq mi (94.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.6533°N, 86.6130°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 134 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (59 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 114 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 119 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 128 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 128 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 129 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 137 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 160 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 173 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 178 km |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 187 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 in |
Macuelizo has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 70°F in January to 76°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.7") and February the driest (0.3").
Schools in Macuelizo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Matías Delgado | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Diriangen | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Macuelizo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo Beso 94.5 FM | bachata, baladas | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm | — | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Macuelizo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo Comunitario de Palacagüina |
Libraries in Macuelizo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macuelizo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Ocotal |
Stadiums & Teams in Macuelizo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macuelizo
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Toncontín Airport | TGU | Medium Airport |
| Acensa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Agropecuaria Piedra De Agua Azul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Apala Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Archaga Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barrio El Aterrizaje Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Choluteca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tesoro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Grecia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Llanos Del Tigre Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monte Libano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Noveno Batallón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rancho Jamastran Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rapaco II Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Fernando Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Jose Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sur Agropecuaria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tamara Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Macuelizo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe |
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What is the population of Macuelizo?
Macuelizo has a population of 374 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 36.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macuelizo?
Macuelizo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.