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Pachalum, Guatemala

Quiché · Guatemala

Pachalum is a small town in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 2,344. Elevation: 4,026 ft (1,227 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2,344 Population 11/sq mi density
4,026 ft Elevation 1,227 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
73.3 in Annual Rain
America / Guatemala Timezone

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About Pachalum

Pachalúm is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché.

People

Population2,344
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
Rain73.3 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation4,026 ft (1,227 m)
Population2,344
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation4,026 ft (1,227 m)
Coordinates14.9247°, -90.6628°
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala
Country🇬🇹 Guatemala
State / ProvinceQuiché
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation73.3 inches (1,861 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Pachalum

Pachalum is a small town in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 2,344. The city sits at an elevation of 4,026 feet (1,227 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.

Pachalum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,026 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average69.3°F
28% above Guatemala avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,026 ft (1,227 m)
Area217.1 sq mi (562.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates14.9247°N, 90.6628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Guatemala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.3"
93% above Guatemala avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.86"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,107 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 25, 2025.

Jun 14, 2017 2 km SSW of San Pablo, Guatemala M6.9 145 km
Jun 22, 2017 28 km SW of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.8 138 km
Jan 10, 1998 10 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.6 107 km
Jan 21, 2003 33 km S of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.5 145 km
May 17, 2023 8 km SE of Canillá, Guatemala M6.4 25 km
Jun 6, 1999 6 km ESE of Puerto San José, Guatemala M6.3 115 km
May 3, 2009 5 km S of San Lucas Tolimán, Guatemala M6.3 67 km
May 10, 1998 28 km S of Iztapa, Guatemala M6.3 139 km
Mar 25, 2013 3 km NW of Fraijanes, Guatemala M6.2 53 km
Sep 18, 1991 4 km SE of Patzún, Guatemala M6.2 47 km
Feb 16, 2022 12 km WSW of Nueva Concepción, Guatemala M6.2 117 km
Jul 21, 2024 6 km E of Jalapa, Guatemala M6.2 85 km
Mar 3, 1998 9 km SSW of San José El Ídolo, Guatemala M6.1 106 km
Jan 27, 2024 15 km W of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.1 96 km
Dec 22, 1997 28 km SSW of Pasaco, Guatemala M6.1 137 km
Mar 17, 2005 10 km NE of San Bartolo, Guatemala M6.1 81 km
Sep 12, 1993 27 km S of Taxisco, Guatemala M6.0 125 km
Apr 10, 1994 3 km E of Pajapita, Guatemala M6.0 146 km
Nov 9, 2002 40 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 143 km
Aug 25, 2003 5 km SSW of La Gomera, Guatemala M6.0 108 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 1 270 km
2001 Iris Category 4 254 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Agua (52 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Agua Stratovolcano 3,760 m (12,336 ft) Unknown 52 km
Acatenango Stratovolcano(es) 3,976 m (13,045 ft) 1972 52 km
Fuego Stratovolcano(es) 3,763 m (12,346 ft) 2020 55 km
Pacaya Complex 2,569 m (8,428 ft) 2020 61 km
Toliman Stratovolcano(es) 3,158 m (10,361 ft) Unknown 66 km
Cuilapa-Barbarena Volcanic field 1,454 m (4,770 ft) Unknown 72 km
Tecuamburro Stratovolcano 1,845 m (6,053 ft) -960 90 km
Almolonga Stratovolcano 3,173 m (10,410 ft) 1818 93 km
Santa Maria Stratovolcano 3,745 m (12,287 ft) 2020 97 km
Tahual Stratovolcano 1,716 m (5,630 ft) Unknown 99 km
Flores Volcanic field 1,600 m (5,249 ft) Unknown 100 km
Santiago, Cerro Volcanic field 1,192 m (3,911 ft) Unknown 108 km
Suchitan Stratovolcano(es) 2,042 m (6,699 ft) Unknown 112 km
Moyuta Stratovolcano 1,662 m (5,453 ft) Unknown 117 km
Ipala Stratovolcano 1,650 m (5,413 ft) Unknown 119 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.1 in
March 70°F (21°C) 1.1 in
April 72°F (22°C) 2.7 in Warmest
May 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
June 71°F (21°C) 13.9 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 10.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 10.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 13.7 in
October 69°F (20°C) 8.2 in
November 67°F (20°C) 3.3 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.3 in

Pachalum has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in January to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 73.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (0.9").

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Radio Stations near Pachalum

16 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
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
Radio Ixchel community radio AAC
Globo 98.9 Guatemala 98.9 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Mía 93.7 Guatemala 93.7 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango AAC 128 kbps

Museums in Pachalum

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Landscapes of memory

Libraries in Pachalum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Municipal0.0
Paco Piñas0.0

Farmers Markets in Pachalum

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado
mercado antiguo
Mercado Comunitario
Mercado de Rabinal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal
Mercado Municipal Comalapa
Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil
Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2
Mercado Nuevo
Mercado San Jose Jocotales
Mercado San Jose Jocotales
Mercano Municipal Minerva
plaza

Stadiums & Teams in Pachalum

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Pachalum

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
La Aurora International AirportGUALarge Airport
Coban AirportCBVMedium Airport
Canilla AirportSmall Airport
Chajul AirportSmall Airport
Jayabaj AirportSmall Airport
Jutiapa AirportSmall Airport
La Noria AirportSmall Airport
NebajSmall Airport
Quiché AirportAQBSmall Airport
Santiago AirportSmall Airport
Tiquisate AirportSmall Airport
Uspantan AirportSmall Airport
Zacualpa AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pachalum

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Fuente de Vida

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pachalum

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia De Luz Y Vida
Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehová

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 Pachalum

What is the population of Pachalum?

Pachalum has a population of 2,344 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 217.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pachalum?

Pachalum enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.3 inches.

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