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Puerto San José, Guatemala
Escuintla · Guatemala
Puerto San José is a small city in Escuintla, Guatemala with a population of 18,655. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puerto San José
Puerto San José, also known as Port of San José, is a town on Guatemala's Pacific Ocean coast, in the department of Escuintla. It has a population of 23,887, making it the largest town on the nation's Pacific coast.
People
Climate
| Population | 18,655 |
| Population Density | 120 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 13.9222°, -90.8191° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Escuintla |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.4 inches (1,508 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto San José
Puerto San José is a small city in Guatemala (Escuintla) with a population of 18,655. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.4 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Puerto San José
Puerto San José has an average annual temperature of 26.4°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (27.9°C), the coldest is Dec (25.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1805 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.3°F |
| 51% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 154.9 sq mi (401.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 13.9222°N, 90.8191°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 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 | — | 93 km |
| 1902 | EL SALVADOR-GUATEMALA | Questionable Earthquake | 2.0 m | 185 | 150 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 116 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 126 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tecuamburro (52 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 52 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 56 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 62 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 65 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 79 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Apaneca Range | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,036 m (6,680 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 112 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 114 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 120 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 122 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 123 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 11.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 8.3 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 7.9 in | |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
Puerto San José has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 79°F in December to 84°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Puerto San José
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Naval de Guatemala | College | — | — |
Schools in Puerto San José
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio San José | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in Puerto San José
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Manantial |
Hotels in Puerto San José
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puerto San José
29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto San José
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Puerto San José
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Puerto San José
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puerto San José
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Puerto San José
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Puerto San José
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto San José
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto San José
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Puerto San José
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria La Cabana | ||||
| Cerviceria El Bosque | ||||
| Cerviceria Lisbeth | ||||
| Cerviceria Los dos Hermanos |
Stadiums & Teams in Puerto San José
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Puerto San José
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Monterrico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto San José
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Dios | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostés De Sarón |
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Quick Facts
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What is the population of Puerto San José?
Puerto San José has a population of 18,655 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 154.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto San José?
Puerto San José has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.4 inches.