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Matiguás, Nicaragua
Matagalpa Department · Nicaragua
Matiguás is a small city in Matagalpa Department, Nicaragua with a population of 10,523. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Matiguás
Matiguás is a town and a municipality in the Matagalpa department of Nicaragua. It is also the twin city of Saarlouis in Germany. It is located 249 kilometres from Managua, and 75 kilometres from Matagalpa City, the department capital.
People
Climate
| Population | 10,523 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.8373°, -85.4622° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Matagalpa Department |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.8 inches (1,848 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Matiguás
Matiguás is a small city in Nicaragua (Matagalpa Department) with a population of 10,523. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet (300 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.8 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Matiguás
Matiguás has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.9°C), the coldest is Dec (22.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1443 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 753.5 sq mi (1,951.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.8373°N, 85.4622°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Lajas, Las (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 116 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 123 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 125 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 126 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 138 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 140 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 146 km |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 152 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 168 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 11.3 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 9.6 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in |
Matiguás has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and March the driest (1.1").
Schools in Matiguás
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio San Francisco de Asis | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Publico Miguel Larreynaga | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Pubilco Jose Santos Zelaya | — | — | — | — |
| Alicia Gonzalez | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Las Vegas | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Matiguás
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock FM 105.5 | classic rock, death metal | MP3 256 kbps |
Libraries in Matiguás
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Cultural Quirragua | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Matiguás
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Quesos |
Restaurants in Matiguás
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Matiguás
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Matiguás
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Matiguás
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Matiguás
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boaco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dos Montes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jinotega | — | Small Airport |
| La Cumplida Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Huete (Panchito) Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Matiguás
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Guadalupe | |
| Iglesia San Jose |
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What is the population of Matiguás?
Matiguás has a population of 10,523 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 753.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Matiguás?
Matiguás has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.8 inches.