Patzún, Guatemala
Chimaltenango · Guatemala
Patzún is a mid-size city in Chimaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 58,240. Elevation: 7,313 ft (2,229 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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About Patzún
Patzún is a town, with a population of 26,632 and a municipality in the Chimaltenango department of Guatemala.
People
Climate
| Population | 58,240 |
| Population Density | 795 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,313 ft (2,229 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6819°, -91.0140° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Chimaltenango |
| 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 Patzún
Patzún is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Chimaltenango) with a population of 58,240. The city sits at an elevation of 7,313 feet (2,229 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 Patzún
Patzún 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 | 7,313 ft (2,229 m) |
| Area | 73.2 sq mi (189.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6819°N, 91.0140°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 | — | 25 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 122 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 106 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (20 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 20 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 25 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 27 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 38 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 56 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 56 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 59 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 88 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 118 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 128 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 137 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 |
Patzún 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 Patzún
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Cultura y Arte | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Caserío Los Pinos, Patzún , Chimaltenango | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Patzún
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| 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 Patzún
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| Museo Casa del Tejido Antiguo | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán |
Libraries in Patzún
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 | |||||
| Paco Piñas | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Patzún
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| 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, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez | |||||
| ventas |
Hotels in Patzún
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Patzún
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Patzún
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Patzún
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria 14 | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in Patzún
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Patzún
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria 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 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Patzún
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Asamblea de Dios Monte de los Olivos | |
| Congregación San Juan Bautista | |
| Corpus Christi | |
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia De Dios Evangelio Completo Chivarabal | |
| Ministerio Cristiano Plenitud de Vida | |
| Templo evangélico Asamblea de Dios Aposento Alto |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Patzún
17 places within 15 km
- • Playa Pública La Libertad
- • El Castillo
- • Cerro Balanjuyú
- • Cerro Chiquinjuyú (Xiquin Xujú) o Xenimajuyú
- • Cerro Chuguichuc
- • Cerro La Cumbre
- • Cumbre de Santa Elena
- + 2 more
- • RUINAS DE IXIMCHÉ
- • Mirador
- • Mirador
- • Mirador de Toliman
- • Mirador La Curva
- • Mirador Mario Mendez Montenegro
- + 2 more
🇬🇹 About Guatemala
Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Patzún
What is the population of Patzún?
Patzún has a population of 58,240 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 795 people per square mile, spread across 73.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Patzún?
Patzún 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.
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