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Nuevo San Carlos, Guatemala
Retalhuleu · Guatemala
Nuevo San Carlos is a mid-size city in Retalhuleu, Guatemala with a population of 39,565. Elevation: 1,230 ft (375 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nuevo San Carlos
Nuevo San Carlos is a town, with a population of 22,657, and a municipality in the Retalhuleu department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 39,565 |
| Population Density | 1,010 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.5930°, -91.6939° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Retalhuleu |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 116.9 inches (2,968 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nuevo San Carlos
Nuevo San Carlos is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Retalhuleu) with a population of 39,565. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet (375 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 116.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Nuevo San Carlos
Nuevo San Carlos has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (24.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2863 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.1°F |
| 46% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 176 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,230 ft (375 m) |
| Area | 39.2 sq mi (101.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,010/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.5930°N, 91.6939°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 | — | 49 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 71 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 40 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santa Maria (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 24 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 30 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 75 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 89 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 89 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 120 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 147 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 183 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 186 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 194 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 11.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 21.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 14.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 17.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 20.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 18.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
Nuevo San Carlos has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in December to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 116.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (21.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Nuevo San Carlos
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta, Aldea Morazán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta No. 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Mixta No. 2 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nuevo San Carlos
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Nuevo San Carlos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Caracol del Tiempo | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Superitendencia de Administracion Tributaria |
Libraries in Nuevo San Carlos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nuevo San Carlos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de San Martín de Porres | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No. 5 | |||||
| Metamercado |
Gas Stations in Nuevo San Carlos
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nuevo San Carlos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Nuevo San Carlos
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nuevo San Carlos
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Fuente de los Milagros | |
| Iglesia La Hermosa |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Nuevo San Carlos
What is the population of Nuevo San Carlos?
Nuevo San Carlos has a population of 39,565 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,010 people per square mile, spread across 39.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nuevo San Carlos?
Nuevo San Carlos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 116.9 inches.