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Metapán, El Salvador
Santa Ana Department · El Salvador
Metapán is a small city in Santa Ana Department, El Salvador with a population of 19,143. Elevation: 1,545 ft (471 m). Average temperature: 76°F (24°C).
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About Metapán
Metapán is a city and municipality in the Santa Ana department of El Salvador. Metapán is situated in the northern part of the department, bordering Honduras and Guatemala. It is the second largest city in the department after Santa Ana and is divided between 29 cantones.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,143 |
| Population Density | 74 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,545 ft (471 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.3333°, -89.4500° |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
| Country | 🇸🇻 El Salvador |
| State / Province | Santa Ana Department |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.4 inches (1,357 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Metapán
Metapán is a small city in El Salvador (Santa Ana Department) with a population of 19,143. The city sits at an elevation of 1,545 feet (471 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches. The timezone is America/El_Salvador.
Climate in Metapán
Metapán has an average annual temperature of 22.5°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (25.1°C), the coldest is Dec (19.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1799 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.7°F |
| 40% above El Salvador avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,545 ft (471 m) |
| Area | 258.1 sq mi (668.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 74/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.3333°N, 89.4500°W |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 93 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 116 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 80 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Diego (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 8 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 31 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 37 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 45 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 53 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 57 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 69 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 10.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 9.9 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Metapán has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 73°F in December to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.3") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Metapán
Schools in Metapán
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Leiva | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Luz Gómez | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar Casero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Educación Especial | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Guatemala | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Metapán
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Tribu FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| La Jefa Radio El Salvador | banda, grupero | MP3 | |
| Radio Salem 92.5 | christian, educational | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Plenitud Radio | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Radio Supra 90.5 FM | — | AAC | |
| Radio Mercado Metapan | noticias y deportes | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM (GT) | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Museums in Metapán
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Arte Trifinio El Salvador |
Farmers Markets in Metapán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Artesanías | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| MERCADO MUNICIPAL | |||||
| Mercado Municipal La Bendición |
Hotels in Metapán
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Metapán
24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Metapán
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Metapán
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Metapán
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Metapán
7 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Metapán
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Metapán
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Metapán
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Metapán
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Metapán
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Metapán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Metapán
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ilopango International Airport | ILS | Medium Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Cucuyagua Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Palmer Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Platanar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Zapote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cabaña Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Estanzuela Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rio Sucio Highway Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rioamarillo Airport | RUY | Small Airport |
| San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Metapán
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cenáculo del Espíritu Santo Metapán | |
| Crisro Vive | |
| Cristo vive | |
| Iglesia de San Pedro Apóstol | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Menonita | |
| Iglesia Fuente de Luz MCA | |
| Iglesia Ministerio Profético La Nueva Jerusalén | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal | |
| Iglesia Príncipe de Paz | |
| Tabernáculo Bíblico Bautista |
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What is the population of Metapán?
Metapán has a population of 19,143 residents and is located in El Salvador. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 258.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Metapán?
Metapán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches.