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Poneloya, Nicaragua
León Department · Nicaragua
Poneloya is a small town in León Department, Nicaragua with a population of 4,232. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Poneloya
Poneloya is a town on the west coast of Nicaragua bordering the Pacific Ocean. It lies within the León Department and borders Las Peñitas, Nicaragua. Poneloya is about 21 kilometers (13 mi) from the city of León. The town is a vacation home area for wealthy Nicaraguans, while local residents are mostly fishermen, caretakers, or those who commute to León for work..
People
Climate
| Population | 4,232 |
| Population Density | 6 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 12.3783°, -87.0422° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | León Department |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.5 inches (1,715 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Poneloya
Poneloya is a small town in Nicaragua (León Department) with a population of 4,232. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.5 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.4°F |
| 51% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 693.8 sq mi (1,796.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 12.3783°N, 87.0422°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.9 m (32 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1992 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 9.9 m | 170 | 116 km |
| 2014 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 119 km |
| 1919 | GULF OF FONSECA | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Telica (34 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Telica | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,036 m (3,399 ft) | 2018 | 34 km |
| San Cristobal | Stratovolcano | 1,745 m (5,725 ft) | 2019 | 36 km |
| Rota | Stratovolcano | 832 m (2,730 ft) | Unknown | 37 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 40 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 41 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 55 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 78 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 84 km |
| Cosiguina | Stratovolcano | 872 m (2,861 ft) | 1859 | 88 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 105 km |
| Esteli | Fissure vent(s) | 899 m (2,949 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Tigre, Isla el | Stratovolcano | 783 m (2,569 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Zacate Grande, Isla | Stratovolcano | 640 m (2,100 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 126 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 7.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 14.2 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 15.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Poneloya has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 80°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 67.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (15.0") and February the driest (0.0").
Schools in Poneloya
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shark waves surf school | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Poneloya
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Archivo Alfonso Cortez | ||||
| Museo Archivo Rubén Darío | ||||
| Museo de Arte Fundación Ortiz-Gurdián | ||||
| Museo de la Revolución | ||||
| Museo de Leyendas y Tradiciones | ||||
| Museo Entomológico | ||||
| Museum Adiact |
Libraries in Poneloya
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Biblia | 0.0 | |||||
| Facultad Derecho UNAN León | 0.0 | |||||
| Mariano Fiallos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Poneloya
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anexo Mercado Central | |||||
| Cerdo | |||||
| Mercadito nuevo | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de Mayoreo El Bisne | |||||
| Mercado de Mayoreo El Bisne | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercosur (Mercado de Candelaria) |
Restaurants in Poneloya
26 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Poneloya
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Poneloya
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chinandega Germán Pomares Ordóñez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corinto Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Papalonal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Estelí Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Chacaras Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Parcelas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Leon (Fanor Urroz) Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Pollos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Bernardo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Poneloya
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Poneloya?
Poneloya has a population of 4,232 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 693.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Poneloya?
Poneloya has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.5 inches.