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San Benito, Guatemala
Petén · Guatemala
San Benito is a mid-size city in Petén, Guatemala with a population of 30,764. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Benito
San Benito is a municipality in the El Petén department of Guatemala. It covers an area of 112 km2, and had 29,926 inhabitants at the 2002 Census; the latest official estimate was 59,486 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 30,764 |
| Population Density | 336 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Coordinates | 16.9168°, -89.9190° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Petén |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.1 inches (1,832 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Benito
San Benito is a mid-size city in Guatemala (Petén) with a population of 30,764. The city sits at an elevation of 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Benito
San Benito has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is May (30.3°C), the coldest is Dec (22.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1719 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 443 ft (135 m) |
| Area | 91.6 sq mi (237.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 336/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 16.9168°N, 89.9190°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 75°F (24°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 10.2 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 8.8 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in |
San Benito has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 72.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (10.7") and April the driest (1.6").
Colleges & Universities in San Benito
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUDEP-USAC | University | — | — |
Schools in San Benito
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela San Antonio | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela del Barrio La Paz | — | — | — | — |
| Granja Experimental CUDEP | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Colonia 20 de Mayo | — | — | — | — |
| INEBOO | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela 'El Habanero' | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Benito
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in San Benito
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo de San Miguel | ||||
| Museo El Petencito | ||||
| Museo Nueva Horizonte |
Libraries in San Benito
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca CUDEP | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Benito
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disagro Santa Elena | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Benito | |||||
| Mercado Nuevo | |||||
| Santa Elena Market |
Restaurants in San Benito
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Benito
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Benito
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Benito
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Benito
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mundo Maya International Airport | FRS | Medium Airport |
| Carmelita Airport | CMM | Small Airport |
| Dos Lagunas Airport | DON | Small Airport |
| La Libertad Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Macanche Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Paso Caballos Airport | PCG | Small Airport |
| Poptún Airport | PON | Small Airport |
| Sayaxché Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tikindustrias Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uaxactun Airport | UAX | Small Airport |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near San Benito
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tikal National Park |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Benito
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Camino Biblico | |
| Iglesia Roca de Poder | |
| Templo Católico Barrio La Paz | |
| Templo Católico Colonia Candelaria | |
| Templo Católico Colonia Itzá | |
| Templo Católico Colonia Panorama | |
| Templo Católico Colonia Vista Hermosa |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near San Benito
Public Holidays in Guatemala
13 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Benito
What is the population of San Benito?
San Benito has a population of 30,764 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 336 people per square mile, spread across 91.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Benito?
San Benito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.1 inches.