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Patzicía, Guatemala
Chimaltenango · Guatemala
Patzicía is a small city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 21,249. Elevation: 6,985 ft (2,129 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About Patzicía
Patzicía is a town, with a population of 21,249, and a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,249 |
| Population Density | 644 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,985 ft (2,129 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6319°, -90.9266° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chimaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,830 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Patzicía
Patzicía is a small city in Guatemala (Chimaltenango) with a population of 21,249. The city sits at an elevation of 6,985 feet (2,129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Patzicía
Patzicía has an average annual temperature of 21.3°C (70°F). The hottest month is Apr (23.6°C), the coldest is Dec (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 1643 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,985 ft (2,129 m) |
| Area | 33.0 sq mi (85.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 644/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6319°N, 90.9266°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 | — | 34 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 127 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Acatenango (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 16 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 18 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 28 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 45 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 66 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 69 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 77 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 136 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 14.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 10.6 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 10.4 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 13.9 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
Patzicía has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 58°F in December to 62°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (14.2") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Patzicía
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instituto de Educacion Basica por Cooperativa | — | — | — | — |
| Ecuela Oficial Rural Mixta Lic. Leonel Estrada Furlán, El Sitán | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Patzicía
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 | |
| 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 | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Patzicía
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Casa Santo Domingo | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Centro de Formación de la Cooperación Española en La Antigua Guatemala | ||||
| Choco Museo | ||||
| Efrain Recinos | ||||
| La Antigua Galeria de Arte | ||||
| La Nueva Fábrica | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| MUNAG - Museo Nacional de Arte de Guatemala | ||||
| Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo | ||||
| Museo de Arte Colonial | ||||
| Museo de Santiago | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo del Libro Antiguo | ||||
| Museo del Santo Hermano Pedro | ||||
| Museo La Merced | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional de Santiago | ||||
| Museo Regional de Santiago | ||||
| Museo San Augustin | ||||
| Museo Santiago de los Caballeros | ||||
| Museums Promenade | ||||
| Palacio de los Capitanes | ||||
| Santo Domingo del Cerro |
Libraries in Patzicía
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca del Banco de Guatemala y de la Fundación Cultural Duane Carter | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Paco Piñas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Patzicía
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado de Antigua | |||||
| Mercado El Carmen | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas | |||||
| Mercado San Bartolome Milpas Altas | |||||
| Utz Market | |||||
| ventas |
Gas Stations in Patzicía
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Patzicía
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Brewery | ||||
| Cerveceria 14 | ||||
| Cervicería | ||||
| El Zapote |
Stadiums & Teams in Patzicía
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Estadio Municipal Manuel Augusto Navas |
Airports Near Patzicía
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Patzicía
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro De Salud Santiago Sacatepequez | ||
| Clínica Médica La Económica | ||
| Sanatorio Casa De La Salud |
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What is the population of Patzicía?
Patzicía has a population of 21,249 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 644 people per square mile, spread across 33.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Patzicía?
Patzicía enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.