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San Cristóbal Cucho, Guatemala
San Marcos · Guatemala
San Cristóbal Cucho is a small city in San Marcos, Guatemala with a population of 9,152. Elevation: 7,766 ft (2,367 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Cristóbal Cucho
San Cristóbal Cucho is a town and municipality in the San Marcos department of Guatemala.It was found on 11 October 1825. It was annexed to San Pedro Sacatepéquez, in 1935, but it was named a municipality again on 12 July 1945.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,152 |
| Population Density | 639 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,766 ft (2,367 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9051°, -91.7812° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | San Marcos |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 108.9 inches (2,765 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Cristóbal Cucho
San Cristóbal Cucho is a small city in Guatemala (San Marcos) with a population of 9,152. The city sits at an elevation of 7,766 feet (2,367 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 357 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,766 ft (2,367 m) |
| Area | 14.3 sq mi (37.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 639/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9051°N, 91.7812°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 | — | 65 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 103 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 68 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Santa Maria (30 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 30 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 31 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 43 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 107 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 122 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 140 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 162 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 170 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 9.0 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 13.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 8.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 9.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 9.3 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
San Cristóbal Cucho has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 54°F in December to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near San Cristóbal Cucho
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| BELLA MÚSICA 106.7 (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Valanci Media Group - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, américa | AAC | |
| Bella Música (Tapachula) - 106.7 FM - XHTPC-FM - Grupo Radio Digital - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 106.7 fm, baladas | AAC | |
| W RADIO 91.5 (Tapachula) - 91.5 FM - XHTAC-FM - Grupo Radio Cañón - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 91.5 fm, américa | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LOS40 Tapachula - 99.5 FM - XHEZZZ-FM- Radio Núcleo - Tapachula, Chiapas (MX) | 99.5 fm, américa | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Cristóbal Cucho
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo Casa Botrán |
Libraries in San Cristóbal Cucho
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de San Marcos | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Cristóbal Cucho
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Metamercado | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Stadiums & Teams in San Cristóbal Cucho
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Cristóbal Cucho
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Tapachula International Airport | TAP | Medium Airport |
| Aeródromo Erendira | — | Small Airport |
| Aeródromo La Base | — | Small Airport |
| Algodonera de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Hato Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paraiso Villalobos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Ingenio de Huixtla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Torres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marte R. Gomez Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murallas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santa Teresa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tiquisate Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Valle de Tapachula Airport | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Cristóbal Cucho
What is the population of San Cristóbal Cucho?
San Cristóbal Cucho has a population of 9,152 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 639 people per square mile, spread across 14.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Cristóbal Cucho?
San Cristóbal Cucho enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 357 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.