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San Andrés Semetabaj, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
San Andrés Semetabaj is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 2,605. Elevation: 6,440 ft (1,963 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Andrés Semetabaj
San Andrés Semetabaj is a municipality in the Sololá department of Guatemala. According to Jorge Luis Arriola's Geonimias de Guatemala, Semetabaj means "stone of glass-like appearance" and originates from the Spanish word "semet", which means : bottle or flask and, by extension, glass, and by the k'akch'iquel "abaj" which means "stone". Originally, it was called San Andrés Limetabaj.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,605 |
| Population Density | 433 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 6,440 ft (1,963 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.7450°, -91.1334° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Sololá |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 81.3 inches (2,065 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Andrés Semetabaj
San Andrés Semetabaj is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 2,605. The city sits at an elevation of 6,440 feet (1,963 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 197 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,440 ft (1,963 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 433/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.7450°N, 91.1334°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 | — | 16 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 118 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 97 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 16 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 39 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 41 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 42 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 45 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 52 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 70 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 102 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 113 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 137 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 151 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 56°F (13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 57°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 14.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 11.3 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 10.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 0.9 in |
San Andrés Semetabaj has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 56°F in January to 60°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 81.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.1") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in San Andrés Semetabaj
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela el Tzalá | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Andrés Semetabaj
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Radio Ixchel | community radio | AAC | |
| 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 Semetabaj
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asociación cojolya de tejedores mayas | ||||
| Azul Maya Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Casa Cakchiquel | ||||
| Centro Cultural | ||||
| Landscapes of memory | ||||
| Museo De Máscaras Ceremoniales | ||||
| Museo de sitio de Iximché | ||||
| Museo K`ojajaay | ||||
| Museo Lacustre Atitlán | ||||
| Museo Regional | ||||
| Museo Tzununya |
Libraries in San Andrés Semetabaj
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Andrés Semetabaj
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| Centro Comercial Chuguila | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| Mercado de Chichicastenango | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal Comalapa | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San José Poaquil | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Jose Poaquil No. 2 | |||||
| Mercado Municipal, Tecpan | |||||
| Plaza Ordoñez |
Restaurants in San Andrés Semetabaj
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San Andrés Semetabaj
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Andrés Semetabaj
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San Andrés Semetabaj
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Andrés Semetabaj
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | 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 |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Andrés Semetabaj
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Templo Colonial | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints |
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What is the population of San Andrés Semetabaj?
San Andrés Semetabaj has a population of 2,605 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 433 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Andrés Semetabaj?
San Andrés Semetabaj enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.3 inches.