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Rabinal, Guatemala
Baja Verapaz · Guatemala
Rabinal is a small city in Baja Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 15,157. Elevation: 3,199 ft (975 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rabinal
Rabinal is a small town, with a population of 15,157, located in the Guatemalan department of Baja Verapaz, at 15°5′4.70″N 90°29′20.50″W. It serves as the administrative seat for the surrounding municipality of the same name. The municipality covers an area of 336 km2 with a population of 40,797. The local people are predominantly Achi Maya Native Americans who speak the Achi Maya language.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,157 |
| Population Density | 108 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,199 ft (975 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.0853°, -90.4926° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Baja Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 69°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.9 inches (2,055 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rabinal
Rabinal is a small city in Guatemala (Baja Verapaz) with a population of 15,157. The city sits at an elevation of 3,199 feet (975 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Rabinal
Rabinal has an average annual temperature of 19°C (66°F). The hottest month is Apr (21.4°C), the coldest is Dec (16.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1789 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 68.8°F |
| 27% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,199 ft (975 m) |
| Area | 140.7 sq mi (364.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 108/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.0853°N, 90.4926°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami 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 | - | 94 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Agua (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 74 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 77 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 79 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 85 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 97 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 104 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 105 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 108 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 110 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 115 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 13.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 13.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 9.4 in | |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in |
Rabinal has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 66°F in January to 72°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 80.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.7") and March the driest (1.8").
Schools in Rabinal
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Rafael | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Pachalum | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Guachipilín | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rabinal
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Infinita | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Punto 90.5 Guatemala | 90.5 fm, américa | MP3 | |
| Radio Viva 95.3 Guatemala | 95.3 fm, español | MP3 | |
| Exa FM 101.7 Guatemala | 101.7 fm, entretenimiento | MP3 | |
| Clásica 102.5 Guatemala | 102.5 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| La Red 106.1 Guatemala | 106.1 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Exa FM Guatemala | 101.7 fm, centroamérica | MP3 | |
| Actitud 100.9 | \, christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Guate digital | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Actitud 100.9 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| Globo 98.9 Guatemala | 98.9 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Mía 93.7 Guatemala | 93.7 fm, américa | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Rabinal
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado de Rabinal | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo |
Hotels in Rabinal
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rabinal
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rabinal
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rabinal
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rabinal
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rabinal
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Rabinal | |
| Iglesia el Calvario |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Rabinal?
Rabinal has a population of 15,157 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 108 people per square mile, spread across 140.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rabinal?
Rabinal enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.9 inches.