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Sacapulas, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
Sacapulas is a small city in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 12,088. Elevation: 3,930 ft (1,198 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sacapulas
Sacapulas is a town and municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,088 |
| Population Density | 80 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,930 ft (1,198 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.2880°, -91.0891° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 97.5 inches (2,476 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sacapulas
Sacapulas is a small city in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 12,088. The city sits at an elevation of 3,930 feet (1,198 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 97.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in Sacapulas
Sacapulas has an average annual temperature of 17.2°C (63°F). The hottest month is May (19.5°C), the coldest is Dec (14.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1914 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 176 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,930 ft (1,198 m) |
| Area | 150.5 sq mi (389.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 80/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.2880°N, 91.0891°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 | - | 73 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (72 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 72 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 76 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 77 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 91 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 93 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 99 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 111 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 114 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 130 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 146 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 160 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 169 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 172 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 7.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 16.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 15.0 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 12.8 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 15.9 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 11.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in |
Sacapulas has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 62°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 97.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.6") and February the driest (2.1").
Radio Stations near Sacapulas
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 |
Libraries in Sacapulas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliblioteca Parroquial. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sacapulas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado antiguo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| plaza |
Hotels in Sacapulas
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sacapulas
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sacapulas
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sacapulas
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sacapulas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sacapulas
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | - | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | - | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | - | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | - | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Sacapulas?
Sacapulas has a population of 12,088 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 80 people per square mile, spread across 150.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sacapulas?
Sacapulas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 176 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 97.5 inches.