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Moncagua, El Salvador
San Miguel Department · El Salvador
Moncagua is a small town in San Miguel Department, El Salvador with a population of 2,148. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 78°F (25°C).
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About Moncagua
Moncagua is a municipality in the San Miguel department of El Salvador.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,148 |
| Population Density | 54 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.5333°, -88.2500° |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
| Country | 🇸🇻 El Salvador |
| State / Province | San Miguel Department |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.8 inches (1,901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Moncagua
Moncagua is a small town in El Salvador (San Miguel Department) with a population of 2,148. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.8 inches. The timezone is America/El_Salvador.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.5°F |
| 44% above El Salvador avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 206 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 39.8 sq mi (103.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.5333°N, 88.2500°W |
| Timezone | America/El_Salvador |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | 135 km |
| 2001 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 844 | 70 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 113 km |
| 1919 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 53 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chinameca (11 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chinameca | Stratovolcano | 1,300 m (4,265 ft) | Unknown | 11 km |
| Tigre, El | Stratovolcano | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | Unknown | 21 km |
| Usulutan | Stratovolcano | 1,449 m (4,754 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Tecapa | Stratovolcano | 1,593 m (5,226 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Taburete | Stratovolcano | 1,172 m (3,845 ft) | Unknown | 32 km |
| Apastepeque Field | Volcanic field | 700 m (2,297 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| San Vicente | Stratovolcano | 2,182 m (7,159 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 71 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Ilopango | Caldera | 450 m (1,476 ft) | 1880 | 88 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 96 km |
| Guazapa | Stratovolcano | 1,438 m (4,718 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| San Salvador | Stratovolcano | 1,893 m (6,211 ft) | 1917 | 115 km |
| Coatepeque Caldera | Caldera | 746 m (2,448 ft) | Unknown | 145 km |
| Santa Ana | Stratovolcano | 2,381 m (7,812 ft) | 2005 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 13.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 10.0 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 11.6 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 15.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 11.9 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Moncagua has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 74.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.6") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Moncagua
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Escolar María Luisa Parada | — | — | — | — |
| Campo Centro Escolar Cantón El Rodeo | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Moncagua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Regional Museum | ||||
| East Regional Museum | ||||
| Museo Regional de Oriente | ||||
| Museo Regional de Oriente | ||||
| Museo Winakirika |
Libraries in Moncagua
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Moncagua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Frutas de Usulutan | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| MERCADO MUNICIPAL DE EL TRIUNFO | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Triunfo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Nº 1 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Nº 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal y Correos | |||||
| Mercado Municipal y Correos | |||||
| Mercado Regional de Usulutan | |||||
| Mercado San Miguel 2 | |||||
| Mercado San Nicolas | |||||
| Mercados Municipales No 1 y 2 | |||||
| Mercados Municipales No. 3 y 4 |
Restaurants in Moncagua
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Moncagua
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Moncagua
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Moncagua
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Moncagua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrias La Constancia San Miguel |
Stadiums & Teams in Moncagua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cancha El Hoyo | ||
| Plaza de Toros Municipal |
Airports Near Moncagua
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Azacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barillas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casas Nuevas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ceiba Doblada Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Concepción Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corral De Mulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Tamarindo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Erandique Airport | EDQ | Small Airport |
| Espiritu Santo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Alondra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Aramuaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Carrera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Chepona Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Comandos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Llanos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mapulaca Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Puerto El Triunfo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Punta San Juan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Ramon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa de Lima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Usulutan Private Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Villa Hermosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Moncagua
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcoholico | ||
| Centro de Salud Familiar | ||
| Electrolab Medic | ||
| Laboratorio Clinico Quimilab | ||
| Laboratorio Clinico San Nicolás | ||
| Unidad de Salud | ||
| Unidad de Salud | ||
| Unidad de Salud La Presita |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Moncagua
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Apóstoles y Profetas | |
| Iglesia Bautista Belén | |
| Iglesia Cristiana "Príncipe de Paz" Cantón El Rodeo | |
| Iglesia de Las Asambleas de Dios | |
| Iglesia de Quelepa | |
| Salón del Reino de Los Testigos de Jehová |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in El Salvador
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What is the population of Moncagua?
Moncagua has a population of 2,148 residents and is located in El Salvador. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 39.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Moncagua?
Moncagua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.8 inches.