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Olopa, Guatemala

Chiquimula · Guatemala

Olopa is a small town in Chiquimula, Guatemala with a population of 1,690. Elevation: 4,259 ft (1,298 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,690 Population 6/sq mi density
4,259 ft Elevation 1,298 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
50.2 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Olopa

Olopa is a municipality in the Chiquimula department of Guatemala. The municipality comprises an area of 112 km2, distributed in 1 town (Olopa) and 29 villages, with a total population of 27,511.

People

Population1,690
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation4,259 ft (1,298 m)
Population1,690
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,259 ft (1,298 m)
Coordinates14.6923°, -89.3500°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceChiquimula
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,274 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Olopa

Olopa is a small town in Guatemala (Chiquimula) with a population of 1,690. The city sits at an elevation of 4,259 feet (1,298 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Olopa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,259 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.3°F
34% above Guatemala avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,259 ft (1,298 m)
Area286.6 sq mi (742.3 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates14.6923°N, 89.3500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.2"
32% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.69"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

507 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 22, 2025.

Feb 13, 2001 5 km S of Cojutepeque, El Salvador M6.6 122 km
Nov 9, 1997 13 km NNE of San Sebastián, El Salvador M6.5 111 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 63 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 122 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 148 km
Dec 18, 1997 11 km WSW of Sensuntepeque, El Salvador M6.1 115 km
Jan 18, 2010 17 km SW of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.9 136 km
Nov 26, 2009 12 km SW of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.9 144 km
Jan 9, 2025 10 km E of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.8 128 km
Jun 21, 1991 31 km SE of Acajutla, El Salvador M5.8 147 km
Jul 8, 2025 3 km SSW of Amatitlán, Guatemala M5.7 142 km
Jun 27, 2012 5 km E of San Francisco Menéndez, El Salvador M5.7 116 km
Jul 29, 2025 6 km SE of Comapa, Guatemala M5.7 89 km
May 8, 2001 3 km S of San Vicente, El Salvador M5.7 135 km
Jul 29, 2025 4 km WNW of Jerez, Guatemala M5.6 81 km
Aug 24, 1997 23 km SSE of Izalco, El Salvador M5.6 130 km
Sep 19, 2011 3 km E of Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala M5.6 111 km
May 15, 1997 3 km WNW of Santa Catarina Mita, Guatemala M5.5 53 km
Dec 19, 1995 3 km WNW of Tucurú, Guatemala M5.4 110 km
May 18, 2005 1 km SSE of San José La Arada, Guatemala M5.3 25 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Nana (2020).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Nana Category 1 260 km
2010 Richard Category 2 298 km
2005 Adrian Category 1 265 km
2001 Iris Category 4 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 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 185 134 km
1976 GUATEMALA Earthquake 0.1 m 23,000 75 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake - - 121 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (26 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chiquimula Volcanic Field Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 26 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 34 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 47 km
San Diego Volcanic field 781 m (2,562 ft) Unknown 49 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 57 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 66 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 69 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 76 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 77 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 81 km
Guazapa Stratovolcano 1,438 m (4,718 ft) Unknown 92 km
Coatepeque Caldera Caldera 746 m (2,448 ft) Unknown 94 km
Santa Ana Stratovolcano 2,381 m (7,812 ft) 2005 98 km
Apaneca Range Stratovolcano(es) 2,036 m (6,680 ft) Unknown 101 km
San Salvador Stratovolcano 1,893 m (6,211 ft) 1917 107 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
February 71°F (21°C) 0.7 in
March 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest
April 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in Warmest
May 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 9.7 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 8.3 in
August 73°F (23°C) 7.6 in
September 73°F (23°C) 9.4 in
October 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
December 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in Coldest

Olopa has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 69°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.7") and March the driest (0.4").

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Radio Stations near Olopa

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Mercado Metapan (SV) noticias y deportes MP3 96 kbps
Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM hits, latino AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Olopa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museo de Arqueología
Museo de Esculturas Maya
Museo Digital de Copán

Libraries in Olopa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca0.0

Farmers Markets in Olopa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Central
Mercado de Artesanías
Mercado Municipal
MERCADO MUNICIPAL
MERCADO MUNICIPAL
MERCADO MUNICIPAL
Mercado Municipal La Bendición

Stadiums & Teams in Olopa

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Airports Near Olopa

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
Cucuyagua Airport-Small Airport
El Palmer Airport-Small Airport
El Platanar Airport-Small Airport
El Ronco Airport-Small Airport
Esquipulas Airport-Small Airport
Jutiapa Airport-Small Airport
La Cabaña Airport-Small Airport
La Estanzuela Airport-Small Airport
Mapulaca Airport-Small Airport
Nueva Ocotepeque Airport-Small Airport
Rioamarillo AirportRUYSmall Airport
San Marcos De Ocotepeque Airport-Small Airport
Villa Hermosa Airport-Small Airport
Zacapa Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Guatemala

🇬🇹 About Guatemala

Capital Guatemala City
Population 17,247,807
Area 108,890 km²
GDP (USD) $104,368,755,055
GDP per capita $5,758
HDI 0.662
Life expectancy 72.6 years
Internet users 56.1%
Urban population 55.6%
Currency GTQ (Quetzal)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +502
TLD .gt
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Guatemala

13 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Holy Saturday
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
May 1 International Workers' Day International Workers' Day
Jun 30 Army Day Army Day
Sep 15 Independence Day Independence Day
Oct 20 Revolution Day Revolution Day
Nov 1 All Saints' Day All Saints' Day
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 31 New Year's Eve New Year's Eve

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Frequently Asked Questions About Olopa

What is the population of Olopa?

Olopa has a population of 1,690 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 286.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Olopa?

Olopa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches.

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