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Potosí, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
Potosí is a small city in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 5,222. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Potosí
Potosí, known as Villa Imperial de Potosí in the colonial period, is the capital city and a municipality of the Department of Potosí in Bolivia. It is one of the highest cities in the world at a nominal 4,067 m (13,343 ft).
Diego Huallpa, an indigenous prospector, is traditionally credited with the discovery of the Cerro Rico in 1545, which led to the founding and rapid growth of Potosí due to its extraordinary silver wealth.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,222 |
| Population Density | 53 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4942°, -85.8568° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.7 inches (1,542 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Potosí
Potosí is a small city in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 5,222. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet (63 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.7 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 226 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
| Area | 98.8 sq mi (255.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 53/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4942°N, 85.8568°W |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1950 | COSTA RICA-NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 108 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 89 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Concepcion (26 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 26 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 39 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 64 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 71 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 86 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 94 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 99 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 113 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 127 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 143 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 10.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 11.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest |
Potosí has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in December to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.0") and February the driest (0.1").
Radio Stations near Potosí
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Monimbo Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Potosí
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Hitoria y Antrpología de Rivas | ||||
| Museos El Ceibo |
Libraries in Potosí
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potosí
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Mercado de Rivas | |||||
| Market SJDS | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza del Arte |
Restaurants in Potosí
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Potosí
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Aeroservicios ALA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| El Coyol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Brasiles Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Potosí
What is the population of Potosí?
Potosí has a population of 5,222 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 53 people per square mile, spread across 98.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Potosí?
Potosí has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.7 inches.