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Murra, Nicaragua

Nueva Segovia Department · Nicaragua

Murra is a small town in Nueva Segovia Department, Nicaragua with a population of 1,179. Elevation: 2,546 ft (776 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

1,179 Population 7/sq mi density
2,546 ft Elevation 776 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
55.4 in Annual Rain
America / Managua Timezone

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About Murra

Murra is a municipality in the Nueva Segovia Department of Nicaragua.

People

Population1,179
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation2,546 ft (776 m)
Population1,179
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation2,546 ft (776 m)
Coordinates13.7585°, -86.0184°
TimezoneAmerica/Managua
Country🇳🇮 Nicaragua
State / ProvinceNueva Segovia Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,408 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Murra

Murra is a small town in Nicaragua (Nueva Segovia Department) with a population of 1,179. The city sits at an elevation of 2,546 feet (776 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.

Murra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,546 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average73.0°F
35% above Nicaragua avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,546 ft (776 m)
Area165.0 sq mi (427.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates13.7585°N, 86.0184°W
TimezoneAmerica/Managua

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.4"
46% above Nicaragua avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.66"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.3 on Jun 8, 2025.

Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M6.1 145 km
Aug 5, 1999 7 km SSE of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M5.2 140 km
Aug 6, 1999 12 km SW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M5.2 146 km
Jun 10, 2016 21 km S of Somotillo, Nicaragua M5.2 142 km
Jan 23, 1991 12 km ESE of El Jicaral, Nicaragua M5.1 123 km
May 1, 2014 2 km SE of Valle San Francisco, Nicaragua M4.8 142 km
Jun 10, 2016 24 km S of Somotillo, Nicaragua M4.8 142 km
Mar 5, 2000 15 km SSW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M4.7 150 km
Jun 13, 2001 12 km NW of San José de Bocay, Nicaragua M4.7 45 km
Jun 10, 2016 21 km SSW of Somotillo, Nicaragua M4.7 143 km
Sep 14, 2015 9 km WSW of El Sauce, Nicaragua M4.6 119 km
Jun 10, 2016 Nicaragua M4.6 142 km
May 14, 1998 11 km WSW of El Sauce, Nicaragua M4.5 121 km
Sep 12, 2015 8 km NNW of El Sauce, Nicaragua M4.5 108 km
Jun 11, 2016 17 km E of Puerto Morazán, Nicaragua M4.5 146 km
Aug 5, 1999 11 km SSW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M4.5 146 km
Aug 5, 1999 14 km WSW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M4.5 145 km
Aug 5, 1999 16 km ENE of Telica, Nicaragua M4.4 150 km
Aug 5, 1999 14 km SW of Larreynaga, Nicaragua M4.4 148 km
Jul 19, 1991 3 km ESE of Texíguat, Honduras M4.4 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4.

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Julia Category 1 216 km
2020 Eta Category 4 186 km
2020 Iota Category 4 89 km
2009 Ida Category 1 279 km
2007 Felix Category 4 140 km
2005 Beta Category 2 263 km
1998 Mitch Category 4 241 km
1996 Cesar Category 1 255 km
1988 Joan:miriam Category 4 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Esteli (77 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Esteli Fissure vent(s) 899 m (2,949 ft) Unknown 77 km
Rota Stratovolcano 832 m (2,730 ft) Unknown 156 km
Telica Stratovolcano(es) 1,036 m (3,399 ft) 2018 156 km
Negro, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 728 m (2,388 ft) 1999 158 km
Pilas, Las Complex 1,088 m (3,570 ft) 1954 158 km
San Cristobal Stratovolcano 1,745 m (5,725 ft) 2019 159 km
Momotombo Stratovolcano 1,270 m (4,167 ft) 2016 159 km
Lajas, Las Shield 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 165 km
Apoyeque Pyroclastic shield 518 m (1,699 ft) -50 172 km
Zacate Grande, Isla Stratovolcano 640 m (2,100 ft) Unknown 181 km
Tigre, Isla el Stratovolcano 783 m (2,569 ft) Unknown 184 km
Nejapa-Miraflores Fissure vent(s) 360 m (1,181 ft) 1060 185 km
Cosiguina Stratovolcano 872 m (2,861 ft) 1859 189 km
Masaya Caldera 594 m (1,949 ft) 2020 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 4.9 in Warmest
June 75°F (24°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 7.7 in
August 74°F (23°C) 7.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in
October 74°F (23°C) 8.0 in
November 71°F (22°C) 3.3 in
December 70°F (21°C) 2.3 in

Murra has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in January to 77°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and March the driest (0.8").

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Radio Stations near Murra

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stereo Beso 94.5 FM bachata, baladas MP3 320 kbps
Radio Juan Pablo Segundo 97.7 fm MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Murra

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Las minas de San Albino
Las minas de San Albino

Airports Near Murra

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Apala AirportSmall Airport
Aserradero Azacualpa AirportSmall Airport
Barrio El Aterrizaje AirportSmall Airport
Estelí AirportSmall Airport
JinotegaSmall Airport
Ministerios Cristo Te Quiere AirportSmall Airport
Noveno Batallón AirportSmall Airport
Rancho Jamastran AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Managua
Elevation
776 m (2,546 ft)

🇳🇮 About Nicaragua

Capital Managua
Population 6,465,513
Area 129,494 km²
GDP (USD) $17,805,842,284
GDP per capita $2,609
HDI 0.706
Life expectancy 75.0 years
Internet users 58.2%
Urban population 59.1%
Currency NIO (Cordoba)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +505
TLD .ni
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Nicaragua

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Feb 1 Air Force Day Air Force Day
Apr 2 Holy Thursday Holy Thursday
May 1 Labour Day Labour Day
May 27 Army Day Army Day
Jul 19 Liberation Day Liberation Day
Sep 14 Battle of San Jacinto Battle of San Jacinto
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 12 Indigenous Resistance Day Indigenous Resistance Day
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immaculate Conception
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Murra

What is the population of Murra?

Murra has a population of 1,179 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 165.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Murra?

Murra has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches.

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