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Momostenango, Guatemala
Totonicapán · Guatemala
Momostenango is a mid-size city in Totonicapán, Guatemala with a population of 31,739. Elevation: 7,267 ft (2,215 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).
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About Momostenango
Momostenango is a municipality in the Totonicapán department of Guatemala. The municipality is situated in the north-west of Totonicapán, in the western highlands of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,739 |
| Population Density | 143 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,267 ft (2,215 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0444°, -91.4086° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Totonicapán |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.7 inches (1,542 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Momostenango
Momostenango is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Totonicapán) with a population of 31,739. The city sits at an elevation of 7,267 feet (2,215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.7 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Momostenango
Momostenango has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is May (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (13.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2406 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,267 ft (2,215 m) |
| Area | 222.6 sq mi (576.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0444°N, 91.4086°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 | — | 48 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 129 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 30 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 36 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 76 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 83 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 85 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 114 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 146 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 189 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 11.5 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 7.6 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (14°C) | 0.9 in |
Momostenango has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 56°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.8") and January the driest (0.6").
Schools in Momostenango
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto IMEB | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Centro America | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Momostenango
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 Momostenango
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo de Q'umarkaj | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in Momostenango
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Momostenango
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales |
Restaurants in Momostenango
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Momostenango
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Momostenango
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Momostenango
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Momostenango
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Momostenango
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico 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 |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Momostenango
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cerro Paclom | |
| Iglesia Católica |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Momostenango?
Momostenango has a population of 31,739 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 143 people per square mile, spread across 222.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Momostenango?
Momostenango enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.7 inches.