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Oratorio, Guatemala

Santa Rosa Department · Guatemala

Oratorio is a small city in Santa Rosa Department, Guatemala with a population of 10,155. Elevation: 3,392 ft (1,034 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

10,155 Population 60/sq mi density
3,392 ft Elevation 1,034 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
72.1 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Oratorio

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People

Population10,155
Density60/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain72.1 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Population10,155
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Coordinates14.2281°, -90.1758°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceSanta Rosa Department
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation72.1 inches (1,830 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Oratorio

Oratorio is a small city in Guatemala (Santa Rosa Department) with a population of 10,155. The city sits at an elevation of 3,392 feet (1,034 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Climate in Oratorio

Oratorio has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.8°C), the coldest is Dec (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 1790 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23.6°C / 74°F 16.1° / 31.4° 34.1
Feb 24.6°C / 76°F 17° / 33.3° 10.8
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 18.4° / 34.6° 60.0
Apr 26.8°C / 80°F 20.4° / 35° 46.4
May 26.2°C / 79°F 21.6° / 34° 241.2
Jun 25°C / 77°F 21.4° / 30.9° 301.8
Jul 25.3°C / 78°F 20.9° / 30.9° 247.2
Aug 25.1°C / 77°F 21.1° / 30.3° 281.3
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 20.9° / 29.8° 283.3
Oct 24.3°C / 76°F 19.6° / 29.4° 174.8
Nov 23.6°C / 74°F 17.8° / 29.3° 94.6
Dec 23°C / 73°F 16.1° / 29.9° 14.8
Oratorio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,392 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average72.7°F
35% above Guatemala avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,392 ft (1,034 m)
Area169.9 sq mi (440.0 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates14.2281°N, 90.1758°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 72.1"
90% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 13.98"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,679 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 29, 2025.

Jun 22, 2017 28 km SW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.8 103 km
Jun 13, 2007 43 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.7 89 km
Feb 13, 2001 5 km S of Cojutepeque, El Salvador M6.6 147 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 141 km
May 30, 2019 32 km S of La Libertad, El Salvador M6.6 148 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 93 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 119 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 110 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 87 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 74 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 99 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 132 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 53 km
May 12, 2017 78 km SSW of Acajutla, El Salvador M6.2 146 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 42 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 140 km
Apr 15, 2008 42 km SSE of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.1 87 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 56 km
Aug 28, 2024 56 km SSW of La Libertad, El Salvador M6.1 146 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Adrian (2005).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Adrian Category 1 193 km
2001 Iris Category 4 271 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

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 - 124 km
1902 EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA Questionable Earthquake 2.0 m 185 109 km
1859 EL SALVADOR Earthquake - - 71 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Flores (22 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 22 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 24 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 26 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 27 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 35 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 37 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 47 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 49 km
Chingo Stratovolcano 1,775 m (5,823 ft) Unknown 50 km
Apaneca Range Stratovolcano(es) 2,036 m (6,680 ft) Unknown 56 km
Ixtepeque Lava dome(s) 1,292 m (4,239 ft) Unknown 58 km
Singuil, Cerro Pyroclastic cone(s) 926 m (3,038 ft) Unknown 62 km
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 67 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 69 km
Santa Ana Stratovolcano 2,381 m (7,812 ft) 2005 72 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in Driest
February 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
April 75°F (24°C) 2.4 in Warmest
May 75°F (24°C) 8.5 in
June 74°F (23°C) 13.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 10.0 in
August 74°F (23°C) 9.8 in
September 73°F (23°C) 14.0 in Wettest
October 72°F (22°C) 10.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Coldest

Oratorio has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 70°F in December to 75°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.0") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Oratorio

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Escuela Aldea La Virgen - - - -
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Radio Stations near Oratorio

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Infinita - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala 90.5 fm, américa MP3
Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala 95.3 fm, español MP3
La Jefa Radio El Salvador (SV) banda, grupero MP3
Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala 101.7 fm, entretenimiento MP3
Clásica 102.5 Guatemala 102.5 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Red 106.1 Guatemala 106.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Exa FM Guatemala 101.7 fm, centroamérica MP3
Actitud 100.9 \, christian MP3 128 kbps
Radio Actitud christian music MP3 128 kbps
Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM deportes, hits AAC+ 32 kbps
Radio Guate digital - MP3 128 kbps
Actitud 100.9 FM - MP3 128 kbps
Globo 98.9 Guatemala 98.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Mía 93.7 Guatemala 93.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps

Libraries in Oratorio

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Librería Jassmín0.0

Farmers Markets in Oratorio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Oratorio

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Doña Maria

Restaurants in Oratorio

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comedor
La Auténtica
Restaurante El Toro
Sarita
Tacontento

Cafes in Oratorio

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Latte Cafe

Gas Stations in Oratorio

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gaolinera Shell
GT #12650453482
GT #12650512620
Puma
To The South

Banks in Oratorio

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banrural

Shopping Malls in Oratorio

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

La Isla

Stadiums & Teams in Oratorio

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Airports Near Oratorio

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
San José AirportGSJMedium Airport
Chiquimula AirportCIQSmall Airport
El Jocotillo Airport-Small Airport
El Naranjo AirportENJSmall Airport
El Palmer Airport-Small Airport
El Ronco Airport-Small Airport
El Zapote Airport-Small Airport
Iztapa Aeroclub-Small Airport
Jutiapa Airport-Small Airport
Monterrico Airport-Small Airport
Zacapa Airport-Small Airport

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Oratorio

What is the population of Oratorio?

Oratorio has a population of 10,155 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 169.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Oratorio?

Oratorio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.

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