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San Antonio Palopó, Guatemala
Sololá · Guatemala
San Antonio Palopó is a small town in Sololá, Guatemala with a population of 3,588. Elevation: 5,174 ft (1,577 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Antonio Palopó
San Antonio Palopó is a municipality in the Sololá Department of Guatemala. The village is on the eastern shore of Lake Atitlán. The lowest elevation is 1,562 metres (5,125 ft) at the shoreline. The people of the region are Cakchiquel Maya with a distinctive style of clothing. The patron saint of the village is St. Anthony of Padua. The annual festival takes place on 13 June.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,588 |
| Population Density | 597 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,174 ft (1,577 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.6923°, -91.1164° |
| 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 Antonio Palopó
San Antonio Palopó is a small town in Guatemala (Sololá) with a population of 3,588. The city sits at an elevation of 5,174 feet (1,577 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 | 5,174 ft (1,577 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 597/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.6923°N, 91.1164°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 | — | 14 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 115 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Toliman (12 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 12 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 34 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 35 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 45 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 47 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 65 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 87 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 97 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 117 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 128 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 132 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 140 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 148 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 Antonio Palopó 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 Antonio Palopó
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Rural Mixta Caserío Los Robles, San Andrés Semetabaj | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Antonio Palopó
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 Antonio Palopó
| 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 Antonio Palopó
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Tecpan Guatemala | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Antonio Palopó
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almacenes Tropigas | |||||
| Central de Mayoreo | |||||
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| El Gallo más Gallo | |||||
| Grand Plaza Asis | |||||
| Mercado | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado de Artesanía Tzunun'Ya | |||||
| 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 |
Hotels in San Antonio Palopó
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Antonio Palopó
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Antonio Palopó
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Antonio Palopó
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in San Antonio Palopó
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cervecería Los Pollos | ||||
| Cervicería |
Stadiums & Teams in San Antonio Palopó
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Antonio Palopó
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Naranjo Airport | ENJ | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | 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 |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of San Antonio Palopó?
San Antonio Palopó has a population of 3,588 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 597 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Antonio Palopó?
San Antonio Palopó 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.