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San Cristóbal Verapaz, Guatemala
Alta Verapaz · Guatemala
San Cristóbal Verapaz is a small city in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala with a population of 19,664. Elevation: 4,577 ft (1,395 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Cristóbal Verapaz
San Cristóbal Verapaz is a town, with a population of 20,961, and a municipality in the Guatemalan department of Alta Verapaz. It is located approximately 29 km from Cobán, the capital of Alta Verapaz and about 210 km from Guatemala City. San Cristóbal belongs to the Pokimchi' linguistic area. Its main income source is the «Cobán» shoe factory, which specializes in industrial rubber boots, which are sold both locally and internationally.
People
Climate
| Population | 19,664 |
| Population Density | 111 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,577 ft (1,395 m) |
| Coordinates | 15.3666°, -90.4783° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Alta Verapaz |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 95.5 inches (2,426 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Cristóbal Verapaz
San Cristóbal Verapaz is a small city in Guatemala (Alta Verapaz) with a population of 19,664. The city sits at an elevation of 4,577 feet (1,395 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.5 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Climate in San Cristóbal Verapaz
San Cristóbal Verapaz has an average annual temperature of 20.7°C (69°F). The hottest month is May (23.6°C), the coldest is Dec (17.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1720 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 166 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,577 ft (1,395 m) |
| Area | 176.5 sq mi (457.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 15.3666°N, 90.4783°W |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 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 | — | 114 km |
| 1976 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 23,000 | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Agua (104 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 104 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 105 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 108 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 110 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 113 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Chiquimula Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 116 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 121 km |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 128 km |
| Ipala | Stratovolcano | 1,650 m (5,413 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 129 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 131 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 133 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 134 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 135 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 13.2 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 11.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 13.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 11.5 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 7.6 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in |
San Cristóbal Verapaz has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 61°F in January to 68°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 95.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.3") and March the driest (3.2").
Schools in San Cristóbal Verapaz
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Oficial Urbana Para Varones | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Galileo Galilei | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Cristóbal Verapaz
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estéreo Gerardi 107.9 FM | cristiana, educational | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in San Cristóbal Verapaz
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palacio Departamental | ||||
| Palacio Municipal |
Libraries in San Cristóbal Verapaz
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Oscar A. Sierra | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Purulhá | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Cristóbal Verapaz
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Cantonal | |||||
| Mercado Cantonal | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado Central Carchá | |||||
| Mercado Chixtún |
Hotels in San Cristóbal Verapaz
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Cristóbal Verapaz
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in San Cristóbal Verapaz
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Cristóbal Verapaz
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in San Cristóbal Verapaz
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Cristóbal Verapaz
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Cristóbal Verapaz
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in San Cristóbal Verapaz
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Cristóbal Verapaz
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coban Airport | CBV | Medium Airport |
| Rubelsanto Airport | RUV | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chisec Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cuarto Pueblo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flore del Norte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fray Bartolome Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Industria Chuquibul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Los Angeles Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Nueva Generación Maya Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Playa Grande Airport | PKJ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| Rancho Pal | — | Small Airport |
| San Luis Ixcan Valle Uno Candelaria | — | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Cotija Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Uspantan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Xalbal | — | Small Airport |
| Zacualpa Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Cristóbal Verapaz
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Calvario | |
| El Calvario Viejo | |
| Iglesia de Dios Evangelio Completo | |
| Iglesia del Nazareno | |
| Iglesia Evangélica Cristo Resucitado | |
| Templo Adventista |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Cristóbal Verapaz
What is the population of San Cristóbal Verapaz?
San Cristóbal Verapaz has a population of 19,664 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 176.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Cristóbal Verapaz?
San Cristóbal Verapaz enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 166 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.5 inches.