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Nebaj, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Nebaj is a small city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 23,301. Elevation: 6,263 ft (1,909 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nebaj
Nebaj is an archaeological site of the pre-Columbian Maya civilization, located in the western Guatemala highlands near the Ixil village of Santa María Nebaj. What is now known as the Fenton Vase was excavated from this site. It is now held in the British Museum.
People
Climate
| Population | 23,301 |
| Population Density | 56 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,263 ft (1,909 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.4061°, -91.1468° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.3 inches (1,964 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nebaj
Nebaj is a small city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 23,301. The city sits at an elevation of 6,263 feet (1,909 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Nebaj
Nebaj has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.5°C), the coldest is Dec (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1914 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,263 ft (1,909 m) |
| Area | 412.5 sq mi (1,068.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.4061°N, 91.1468°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | - | 85 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 147 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (79 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 79 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 84 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 88 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 105 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 108 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 128 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 160 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 174 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 182 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 13.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 11.5 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.0 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 12.2 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 8.8 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 2.5 in |
Nebaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 55°F in January to 62°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Nebaj
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bipec Balam | - | - | - | - |
| Jardin infantile - parvulos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
Libraries in Nebaj
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliblioteca Parroquial. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nebaj
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado |
Hotels in Nebaj
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nebaj
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nebaj
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nebaj
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nebaj
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nebaj
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nebaj
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Nebaj
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nebaj
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ixquisis Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nebaj
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Catolica | |
| Iglesia El Calvario. | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Canahan |
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebaj
What is the population of Nebaj?
Nebaj has a population of 23,301 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 56 people per square mile, spread across 412.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nebaj?
Nebaj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.3 inches.