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Río Bravo, Guatemala
Suchitepeque · Guatemala
Río Bravo is a small city in Suchitepeque, Guatemala with a population of 7,568. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Río Bravo
The Rio Grande, in the United States, or the Río Bravo, in Mexico, also known as Tó Ba'áadi in Navajo, is one of the principal rivers in the Southwestern United States and in northern Mexico. The length of the Rio Grande is 1,896 miles (3,051 km), making it the fourth longest river in the United States and in North America by main stem. It originates in south-central Colorado, in the United States, and flows to the Gulf of Mexico. The Rio Grande drainage basin (watershed) has an area of 182,200 square miles (472,000 km2); however, the endorheic basins that are adjacent to and within the greater drainage basin of the Rio Grande increase the total drainage-basin area to 336,000 square miles (870,000 km2).
People
Climate
| Population | 7,568 |
| Population Density | 71 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.4004°, -91.3171° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Suchitepeque |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 135.2 inches (3,433 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Río Bravo
Río Bravo is a small city in Guatemala (Suchitepeque) with a population of 7,568. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 135.2 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 106.7 sq mi (276.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 71/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.4004°N, 91.3171°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 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 | — | 29 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 77 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 65 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (27 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 27 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 47 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 48 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 49 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 49 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 62 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 102 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 118 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 138 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 166 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 13.6 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 23.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 18.9 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 24.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 20.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in |
Río Bravo has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 77°F in January to 80°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 135.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (24.0") and January the driest (0.8").
Radio Stations near Río Bravo
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in Río Bravo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas |
Libraries in Río Bravo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tienda el alfa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Río Bravo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal No. 5 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Martin Patulul | |||||
| Nueva Terminal |
Gas Stations in Río Bravo
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Río Bravo
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Río Bravo
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| San José Airport | GSJ | Medium Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Iztapa Aeroclub | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Río Bravo?
Río Bravo has a population of 7,568 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 71 people per square mile, spread across 106.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Río Bravo?
Río Bravo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 135.2 inches.