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Panajachel, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
Panajachel is a small city in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 11,142. Elevation: 5,190 ft (1,582 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Panajachel
Panajachel is a town in the southwestern part of the Guatemalan Highlands, less than 140 kilometres (90 mi) from Guatemala City, in the department of Sololá. It serves as the administrative centre for the surrounding municipality of the same name. The elevation is 1,597 metres (5,240 ft). The population in the 2018 census was 15,077. The town of Panajachel is located on the northeast shore of Lake Atitlán, and has become a center for the tourism industry of the area as it provides a base for visitors crossing the lake to visit other towns and villages.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,142 |
| Population Density | 1,854 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,190 ft (1,582 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7419°, -91.1568° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.3 inches (2,065 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Panajachel
Panajachel is a small city in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 11,142. The city sits at an elevation of 5,190 feet (1,582 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Panajachel
Panajachel has an average annual temperature of 22.8°C (73°F). The hottest month is Apr (24.6°C), the coldest is Jan (21.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2370 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,190 ft (1,582 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,854/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7419°N, 91.1568°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 | — | 14 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 116 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 95 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (15 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 15 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 39 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 40 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 42 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 43 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 54 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 72 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 104 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 111 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 146 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 14.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in |
Panajachel has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 56°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.1") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Panajachel
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto Básico | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio San Francisco | — | — | — | — |
| Academía de Inglés | — | — | — | — |
| Spanish School Jabel Tinamit | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Evangélico Príncipe de Paz | — | — | — | — |
| Bitcoin Lake - Centro Educativo Josué | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio "Elim" Evangélico Bilingüe | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Jucanyá J.V. | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Evangélico "Eben-Ezer" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Primaria Oficial | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Panajachel
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Panajachel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in Panajachel
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Panajachel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Hotels in Panajachel
74 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Panajachel
87 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Panajachel
36 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Panajachel
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Panajachel
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Panajachel
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Panajachel
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Panajachel
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Panajachel
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Panajachel
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Panajachel
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in Panajachel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Panajachel
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Panajachel
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| El Correo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Panajachel
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asamblea de Dios La Hermosa | |
| Iglesia Adventista Del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia de Dios Evangelio Completo | |
| Iglesia Evangélica | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Nuevo Eden Pentecostes | |
| Iglesia Infantil Cristo La Esperanza | |
| Iglesia Peniel | |
| Iglesia Poderoso Salvador | |
| Iglesia San Francisco de Asis | |
| La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Templo Evangélico C.A. Emanuel | |
| Testigos De Jehová |
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of Panajachel?
Panajachel has a population of 11,142 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 1,854 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Panajachel?
Panajachel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.