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Malacatancito, Guatemala
Huehuetenango · Guatemala
Malacatancito is a small town in Huehuetenango, Guatemala with a population of 2,121. Elevation: 5,614 ft (1,711 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Malacatancito
Malacatancito is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Huehuetenango. In 2017, it had a population of 23,513 with 27% being indigenous people.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,121 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,614 ft (1,711 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2446°, -91.4990° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Huehuetenango |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.5 inches (1,637 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Malacatancito
Malacatancito is a small town in Guatemala (Huehuetenango) with a population of 2,121. The city sits at an elevation of 5,614 feet (1,711 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,614 ft (1,711 m) |
| Area | 106.1 sq mi (274.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2446°N, 91.4990°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 | - | 72 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 146 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 50 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 55 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 67 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 78 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 106 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 109 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 136 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 169 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 193 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 12.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 12.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 0.9 in |
Malacatancito has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 61°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.8") and January the driest (0.6").
Radio Stations near Malacatancito
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | - | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Malacatancito
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Zaculeo |
Libraries in Malacatancito
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca URL | 0.0 | |||||
| Blioteca BAM | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Malacatancito
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kul box | |||||
| Mercado de la Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Kaibil Balam | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Merco Municiapl de Chiantla | |||||
| Plaza Municipal |
Restaurants in Malacatancito
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Malacatancito
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Malacatancito
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Malacatancito
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Malacatancito
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Malacatancito
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Malacatancito |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Malacatancito
What is the population of Malacatancito?
Malacatancito has a population of 2,121 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 106.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Malacatancito?
Malacatancito enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.5 inches.