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Purulhá, Guatemala
Baja Verapaz · Guatemala
Purulhá is a small city in Baja Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 5,370. Elevation: 5,118 ft (1,560 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
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About Purulhá
Purulhá is a town and municipality in the Baja Verapaz department of Guatemala. It is situated at 1,570 m above sea level. The municipality covers an area of 536 km² and the population was 56,822 at the 2018 census. The annual festival is June 10-June 13.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,370 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,118 ft (1,560 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2357°, -90.2357° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Baja Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 84.2 inches (2,138 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Purulhá
Purulhá is a small city in Guatemala (Baja Verapaz) with a population of 5,370. The city sits at an elevation of 5,118 feet (1,560 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 84.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 183 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,118 ft (1,560 m) |
| Area | 247.1 sq mi (640.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2357°N, 90.2357°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 126 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 122 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (86 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 103 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 106 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 107 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 109 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 110 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 122 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 124 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 12.4 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 12.4 in | |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 10.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 12.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 9.6 in | |
| November | 62°F (16°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in |
Purulhá has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 60°F in January to 66°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 84.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (12.5") and March the driest (2.4").
Schools in Purulhá
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela El Chorro | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Ebenezer | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Durazno | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rio Colorado | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Pantín | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Panamaquito | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Mocohán | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela de Cuchilla del Nogal | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Vida Chicoy | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Vida | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Purulhá
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Purulhá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palacio Departamental | ||||
| Palacio Municipal |
Libraries in Purulhá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Purulhá | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Purulhá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Cantonal | |||||
| Mercado Cantonal | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central Carchá | |||||
| Mercado Chixtún |
Hotels in Purulhá
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Purulhá
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Purulhá
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Purulhá
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Purulhá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Purulhá
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Purulhá?
Purulhá has a population of 5,370 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 247.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Purulhá?
Purulhá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.2 inches.