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Rivas, Nicaragua
Rivas Department · Nicaragua
Rivas is a small city in Rivas Department, Nicaragua with a population of 30,000. Elevation: 226 ft (69 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 30,000 |
| Population Density | 131 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.4398°, -85.8275° |
| Timezone | America/Managua |
| Country | 🇳🇮 Nicaragua |
| State / Province | Rivas Department |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.2 inches (1,630 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Rivas
Rivas is a small city in Nicaragua (Rivas Department) with a population of 30,000. The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet (69 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.2 inches. The timezone is America/Managua.
Climate in Rivas
Rivas has an average annual temperature of 28.3°C (83°F). The hottest month is Apr (29.8°C), the coldest is Dec (27.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 2165 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Nicaragua avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 228.2 sq mi (591.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.4398°N, 85.8275°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 | — | 103 km |
| 1901 | NICARAGUA | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 88 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Concepcion (25 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Concepcion | Stratovolcano | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2011 | 25 km |
| Zapatera | Shield | 629 m (2,064 ft) | Unknown | 32 km |
| Mombacho | Stratovolcano | 1,344 m (4,409 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
| Granada | Fissure vent(s) | 300 m (984 ft) | Unknown | 56 km |
| Orosi | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,659 m (5,443 ft) | Unknown | 64 km |
| Masaya | Caldera | 594 m (1,949 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Rincon de la Vieja | Complex | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
| Nejapa-Miraflores | Fissure vent(s) | 360 m (1,181 ft) | 1060 | 93 km |
| Lajas, Las | Shield | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 96 km |
| Apoyeque | Pyroclastic shield | 518 m (1,699 ft) | -50 | 105 km |
| Miravalles | Stratovolcano | 2,028 m (6,654 ft) | 1946 | 107 km |
| Tenorio | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,916 m (6,286 ft) | Unknown | 123 km |
| Momotombo | Stratovolcano | 1,270 m (4,167 ft) | 2016 | 134 km |
| Pilas, Las | Complex | 1,088 m (3,570 ft) | 1954 | 150 km |
| Negro, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 728 m (2,388 ft) | 1999 | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 11.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 11.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
Rivas has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 64.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.4") and February the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Rivas
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaspar Garcia Laviana | University | — | — |
Schools in Rivas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Humberto Amador | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Tecnologica | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Santo Domingo | — | — | — | — |
| San Martín | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rivas
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Stereo Mundo 91.9 FM | christian, christian-gospel | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rivas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de Hitoria y Antrpología de Rivas | ||||
| Museo de Ometepe | ||||
| Museos El Ceibo |
Libraries in Rivas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Rubén Dario | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rivas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antiguo Mercado de Rivas | |||||
| Market SJDS | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza del Arte |
Restaurants in Rivas
18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rivas
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rivas
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rivas
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rivas
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rivas
5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rivas
6 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rivas
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rivas
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Rivas
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Augusto C. Sandino (Managua) International Airport | MGA | Large Airport |
| Altamira Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Costa Esmeralda Airport | ECI | Small Airport |
| Hato Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Cicaya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Esperanza Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Lajas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacataya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montelimar Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murcielago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Omtepe Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rivas | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rivas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Nicaragua |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rivas
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia | |
| Iglesia Apostólica de la fe en Cristo | |
| Iglesia Bautista | |
| Iglesia De Cristo Maranaim | |
| Iglesia el calvario punto de evacuacion | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida | |
| Iglesia San Francisco;Iglesia de San Francisco | |
| Iglesia San Pedro de Rivas | |
| La Casa del Buen Sazon |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Nicaragua
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Rivas
What is the population of Rivas?
Rivas has a population of 30,000 residents and is located in Nicaragua. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 228.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rivas?
Rivas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.2 inches.