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San Francisco la Unión, Guatemala
Quetzaltenango · Guatemala
San Francisco la Unión is a small town in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala with a population of 1,170. Elevation: 9,045 ft (2,757 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Francisco la Unión
San Francisco La Unión is a municipality in the Quetzaltenango department of Guatemala, known for its large market. It has five cantones : Centro, Pala, Paxan, Xeaj, Chuistancia and Tzanjuyup and also they celebrate the 4 de Octubre in honor to San Francisco de ASIS where, they have parade from all the schools that they are in.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,170 |
| Population Density | 176 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 9,045 ft (2,757 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.9235°, -91.5416° |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala |
| Country | 🇬🇹 Guatemala |
| State / Province | Quetzaltenango |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.3 inches (1,404 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Francisco la Unión
San Francisco la Unión is a small town in Guatemala (Quetzaltenango) with a population of 1,170. The city sits at an elevation of 9,045 feet (2,757 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.3 inches. The timezone is America/Guatemala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.2°F |
| 0% below Guatemala avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,045 ft (2,757 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 176/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.9235°N, 91.5416°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 | — | 45 km |
| 2012 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.4 m | 48 | 111 km |
| 1950 | GUATEMALA | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 79 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Almolonga (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Almolonga | Stratovolcano | 3,173 m (10,410 ft) | 1818 | 14 km |
| Santa Maria | Stratovolcano | 3,745 m (12,287 ft) | 2020 | 19 km |
| Toliman | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,158 m (10,361 ft) | Unknown | 51 km |
| Tacana | Stratovolcano | 4,064 m (13,333 ft) | 1986 | 65 km |
| Acatenango | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,976 m (13,045 ft) | 1972 | 86 km |
| Fuego | Stratovolcano(es) | 3,763 m (12,346 ft) | 2020 | 87 km |
| Agua | Stratovolcano | 3,760 m (12,336 ft) | Unknown | 100 km |
| Pacaya | Complex | 2,569 m (8,428 ft) | 2020 | 118 km |
| Cuilapa-Barbarena | Volcanic field | 1,454 m (4,770 ft) | Unknown | 139 km |
| Tecuamburro | Stratovolcano | 1,845 m (6,053 ft) | -960 | 149 km |
| Flores | Volcanic field | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | Unknown | 180 km |
| Moyuta | Stratovolcano | 1,662 m (5,453 ft) | Unknown | 184 km |
| Tahual | Stratovolcano | 1,716 m (5,630 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
| Santiago, Cerro | Volcanic field | 1,192 m (3,911 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
| Suchitan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,042 m (6,699 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 8.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 10.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 0.5 in |
San Francisco la Unión has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 51°F in January to 56°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 55.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near San Francisco la Unión
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stereo 100, Quetzaltenango | latin pop, local news | AAC 64 kbps | |
| RADIO ESLA | — | AAC | |
| Radio Sololá | 88.7 fm, contemporary hits | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Dinámica 89.9 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in San Francisco la Unión
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Intercultural de Quetzaltenango | ||||
| Chocolatería Doña Pancha | ||||
| Museo Casa Botrán | ||||
| Museo de Historia Natural y Casa de la Cultura de Occidente | ||||
| Museo Ixkik´ del Traje Maya | ||||
| Railway Museum Los Altos | ||||
| Tertulianos |
Libraries in San Francisco la Unión
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Geo Liberí y Papeleria | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in San Francisco la Unión
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CENTRO COMERICIAL | |||||
| Comercializadora Mexicana | |||||
| mercado central | |||||
| Mercado la Democracia | |||||
| Mercado La Terminal | |||||
| Mercado Las Flores | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de San Juan Ostuncalco | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Centro | |||||
| Mercado no. 1 | |||||
| Mercado Paloma | |||||
| Mercado Trigales | |||||
| Terminal Market |
Stadiums & Teams in San Francisco la Unión
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near San Francisco la Unión
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Retalhuleu Airport | RER | Medium Airport |
| Canilla Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chajul Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champerico Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Coatepeque Airport | CTF | Small Airport |
| El Paso del Aguila Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca El Alamo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Huehuetenango Airport | HUG | Small Airport |
| Jayabaj Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Noria Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Valentina Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malacatán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Nebaj | — | Small Airport |
| Quezaltenango Airport | AAZ | Small Airport |
| Quiché Airport | AQB | Small Airport |
| San Marcos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santiago Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Santo Tomas 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 Francisco la Unión?
San Francisco la Unión has a population of 1,170 residents and is located in Guatemala. The population density is 176 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Francisco la Unión?
San Francisco la Unión has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.3 inches.