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San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán, Guatemala
El Progreso · Guatemala
San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán is a small town in El Progreso, Guatemala with a population of 2,171. Elevation: 860 ft (262 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán is a town in the El Progreso department of Guatemala. San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán is located on the northern bank of the Motagua River at an altitude of 250 m. It had a population of 6,129 people at the 2002 census, and covers a territory of 124 square kilometres (48 sq mi). San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán borders on San Agustín Acasaguastlán to the northwest, Usumatlán to the east, and El Jicaro to the south. It is located on the inter-ocean highway (CA-9), 101 km from Guatemala City.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,171 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9249°, -89.8743° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | El Progreso |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 44.8 inches (1,139 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán is a small town in Guatemala (El Progreso) with a population of 2,171. The city sits at an elevation of 860 feet (262 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.8 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.4°F |
| 43% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 61.9 sq mi (160.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9249°N, 89.8743°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 | — | 150 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 94 km |
| 1859 | EL SALVADOR | Earthquake | — | — | 136 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chiquimula Volcanic Field (36 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 36 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 49 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 55 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 59 km |
| Ixtepeque | Lava dome(s) | 1,292 m (4,239 ft) | Unknown | 60 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 66 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 70 km |
| San Diego | Volcanic field | 781 m (2,562 ft) | Unknown | 84 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 87 km |
| Chingo | Stratovolcano | 1,775 m (5,823 ft) | Unknown | 91 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 99 km |
| Singuil, Cerro | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 926 m (3,038 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 103 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 107 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.3 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 9.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in |
San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 74°F in January to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Solar 98.3 FM | deportes, hits | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Estéreo Solar 89.5 FM | hits, latino | AAC+ 32 kbps |
Farmers Markets in San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Central de Guastatoya |
Gas Stations in San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| La Aurora International Airport | GUA | Large Airport |
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Chiquimula Airport | CIQ | Small Airport |
| El Estor Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Ronco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Esquipulas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jutiapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Ocotepeque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zacapa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Guatemala
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What is the population of San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán?
San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán has a population of 2,171 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 61.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán?
San Cristóbal Acasaguastlán has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches.