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San Andrés Sajcabajá, Guatemala
Quiché · Guatemala
San Andrés Sajcabajá is a small town in Quiché, Guatemala with a population of 1,988. Elevation: 4,275 ft (1,303 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Andrés Sajcabajá
San Andrés Sajcabajá is a municipality in the Guatemalan department of El Quiché. The municipality is formed by the town San Andrés Sajcabajá, and 62 rural communities. The majority (89%) of its population is ethnic K'iche'.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,988 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,275 ft (1,303 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.1760°, -90.9422° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quiché |
| Average Temperature | 68°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 111.8 inches (2,840 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Andrés Sajcabajá
San Andrés Sajcabajá is a small town in Guatemala (Quiché) with a population of 1,988. The city sits at an elevation of 4,275 feet (1,303 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 68°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 111.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.6°F |
| 25% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,275 ft (1,303 m) |
| Area | 90.4 sq mi (234.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.1760°N, 90.9422°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 | — | 67 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 75 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 75 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 79 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 82 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 96 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 125 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 127 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 149 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 152 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 17.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 17.5 in | |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 14.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 17.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 12.8 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in |
San Andrés Sajcabajá has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 65°F in January to 70°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 111.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (17.8") and March the driest (2.8").
Radio Stations near San Andrés Sajcabajá
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Activa 95.1 FM. En linea católica | católica, diócesis sololá-chimaltenango | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps |
Museums in San Andrés Sajcabajá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de Q'umarkaj | ||||
| Museo Regional |
Libraries in San Andrés Sajcabajá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bliblioteca Parroquial. | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Andrés Sajcabajá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| La Curacao | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado antiguo | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| plaza |
Breweries in San Andrés Sajcabajá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos |
Stadiums & Teams in San Andrés Sajcabajá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Andrés Sajcabajá
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Barillas upper | — | Small Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | 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 Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of San Andrés Sajcabajá?
San Andrés Sajcabajá has a population of 1,988 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 90.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Andrés Sajcabajá?
San Andrés Sajcabajá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.8 inches.