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Poptún, Guatemala
Petén · Guatemala
Poptún is a small city in Petén, Guatemala with a population of 17,320. Elevation: 1,749 ft (533 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About Poptún
Poptún is a municipality in the El Petén department of Guatemala. It covers an area of 1,128 km2, and had a population of 35,663 at the 2002 Census; the latest official estimate was 64,988. It is some 385 km from Guatemala City. Since 1989, Military Zone 23 in Poptún has been the home of the Guatemalan Army's elite Kaibiles special operations force.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,320 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,749 ft (533 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.3311°, -89.4169° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Petén |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 132.6 inches (3,368 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Poptún
Poptún is a small city in Guatemala (Petén) with a population of 17,320. The city sits at an elevation of 1,749 feet (533 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 70°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 132.6 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Poptún
Poptún has an average annual temperature of 24.6°C (76°F). The hottest month is May (27.7°C), the coldest is Dec (21.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1814 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.5°F |
| 38% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 146 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,749 ft (533 m) |
| Area | 672.3 sq mi (1,741.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.3311°N, 89.4169°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 117 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (168 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70°F (21°C) | 7.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 18.0 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 24.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 19.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 16.9 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 12.4 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 9.5 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 7.2 in |
Poptún has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 132.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (24.8") and April the driest (3.1").
Schools in Poptún
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La casa de esperanza | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Poptún
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Regional del Sureste de Petén | ||||
| Naj Tunich Painting replicas |
Hotels in Poptún
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Poptún
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Poptún
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Poptún
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Poptún
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mundo Maya International Airport | FRS | Medium Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Vegas Airport | LCF | Small Airport |
| Macanche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Poptún Airport | PON | Small Airport |
| Privassion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Punta Gorda Airport | PND | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Poptún
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Parroquial | |
| Templo Católico Central |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Poptún
What is the population of Poptún?
Poptún has a population of 17,320 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 672.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Poptún?
Poptún has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 146 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 132.6 inches.