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Moyogalpa, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
Moyogalpa is a small town in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 3,940. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Moyogalpa
Moyogalpa is a municipality in the Rivas department of Nicaragua. Moyogalpa is the largest village and the home of the largest of the three ferry ports on Ometepe Island. There are multiple hotels, hostels, and restaurants on the island, along with small shops called "Pulperias" selling a variety of items from snacks to basic clothing.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,940 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.5401°, -85.6980° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.0 inches (1,677 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Moyogalpa
Moyogalpa is a small town in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 3,940. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.0 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 66 ft (20 m) |
| Area | 70.9 sq mi (183.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.5401°N, 85.6980°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 97 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Concepcion (8 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 8 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 25 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 43 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 67 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 89 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 94 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 105 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 106 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 134 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 151 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.6 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in |
Moyogalpa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.4") and February the driest (0.2").
Schools in Moyogalpa
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto J.R. Smith | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Pedro | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Moyogalpa
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Monimbo Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Moyogalpa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Hitoria y Antrpología de Rivas | ||||
| Museo de Ometepe | ||||
| Museos El Ceibo |
Libraries in Moyogalpa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Moyogalpa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Mercado de Rivas | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Moyogalpa
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Moyogalpa
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Moyogalpa
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Moyogalpa
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Moyogalpa
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Moyogalpa
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Moyogalpa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Moyogalpa
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Upala Airport | UPL | Medium Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Moyogalpa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses |
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What is the population of Moyogalpa?
Moyogalpa has a population of 3,940 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 70.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Moyogalpa?
Moyogalpa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches.